The Government of Tripura has lined up a series of programs across the state to mark National Sports Day, beginning on August 29 and continuing till August 31. The events are being organized by the Department of Youth Affairs & Sports.

Addressing a press conference at the Secretariat, Sports Minister Tinku Roy said that the celebrations will begin with a state-level programme at Agartala Town Hall on August 29 morning, where talented sportspersons from Tripura will be felicitated. 

Alongside, the day will be observed with equal enthusiasm in all districts and subdivisions of the state. Yoga demonstrations will also be held at three iconic locations—Unakoti, Neermahal, and Ujjayanta Palace—at 7 AM.

On August 30, the Dasarath Deb State Sports Complex at Badharghat will host multiple sports competitions including athletics, swimming, judo, badminton, hockey, football, volleyball, gymnastics, tennis, and kabaddi. Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha will attend the event as the chief guest. 

On the same day, every district and subdivision will organize competitions in three and two sports disciplines respectively.

The final day, August 31, will feature the “Sunday on Cycle” programme across all subdivisions, districts, and at the state level. In Agartala, the cycle rally will start from the Ujjayanta Palace premises, pass through Circuit House, and return to the palace ground.

Roy further appealed to all educational institutions and social organizations in Tripura to encourage their members to dedicate at least one hour to sports and physical activities during this period.

As part of the celebrations, outstanding sportspersons will be honored under the Chief Minister’s Sports Development Scheme and Chief Minister’s Sports Talent Search Project.

Additionally, 39 athletes under the Tripura School Sports Board and Tripura Sports Council will also receive awards.

Also present at the press conference were Youth Affairs & Sports Secretary Dr. P. K. Chakraborty and Director L. Darlong.