Assam CM Sarma reviews 20,000-seat cricket stadium, swimming complex at Amingaon
Synopsis
Assam is building what could become northeastern India's most ambitious sports cluster — a 20,000-seat cricket stadium, an SAI-managed Olympic-standard swimming complex, athlete hostels, and a badminton centre of excellence, all within a single precinct at Amingaon. CM Sarma's site visit signals the project is moving from blueprint to near-completion.
Key Takeaways
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inspected the under-construction sports complex at Amingaon , Guwahati, on Sunday .
The 20,000-capacity cricket stadium is expected to be completed within the next few months.
The high-performance swimming complex will train up to 40 swimmers simultaneously and be managed by the Sports Authority of India .
Hostels will house swimmers, badminton players, and nearly 200 cricket players and coaches .
A six-lane road will connect the complex to the National Highway and IIT Guwahati .
The National Centre of Excellence for Badminton at Amingaon has already produced national and international-level players.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday inspected the under-construction international-standard cricket stadium and high-performance swimming complex at Amingaon, near Guwahati, reaffirming the state government's push to build sports infrastructure capable of hosting national and international competitions.
Key Developments at Amingaon
The 20,000-capacity cricket stadium is expected to be completed within the next few months, according to CM Sarma. The Assam government is also in talks to lease adjoining land from the Railways to develop a multi-level parking facility to support the stadium and surrounding sports infrastructure.
The high-performance swimming complex is nearing completion and has been designed to host both national and international swimming competitions. The facility will be capable of training up to 40 swimmers simultaneously, and its operations will be handed over to the Sports Authority of India (SAI).
Athlete Hostels and Connectivity Plans
Chief Minister Sarma also reviewed the construction of residential hostels for athletes and coaches. One hostel is earmarked for swimmers and badminton players, while a second will accommodate nearly 200 cricket players and coaches. A six-lane road is also planned to connect the Kamrup Deputy Commissioner's office, the cricket stadium, and the swimming complex, with improved links to the National Highway and IIT Guwahati.
Badminton Centre of Excellence
During the visit, CM Sarma also toured the National Centre of Excellence for Badminton at Amingaon, describing it as one of India's premier training facilities. He noted that the centre has already produced players who have represented the country at both national and international levels.
Broader Vision for Assam Sports
Sarma expressed confidence that once the Amingaon complex becomes fully operational, it will complement the existing Sarusajai Sports Complex and significantly enhance Assam's capacity to host major sporting events. This comes amid a broader state effort to position Assam as a leading sporting destination in northeastern India, with sustained investment in grassroots and elite infrastructure. Notably, the Sarusajai complex has historically been the backbone of Guwahati's sporting calendar, and the Amingaon cluster is designed to extend that legacy at a higher scale.
With construction timelines firming up, the next few months will be critical in determining whether Assam's sporting ambitions translate into a credible, competition-ready infrastructure hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the new Assam cricket stadium being built?
The new cricket stadium is being built at Amingaon, near Guwahati in Assam. It will have a capacity of 20,000 spectators and is designed to host national and international cricket events.
When will the Amingaon cricket stadium be completed?
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the stadium is expected to be completed within the next few months. No specific date has been officially announced yet.
Who will manage the new swimming complex at Amingaon?
The high-performance swimming complex at Amingaon will be managed by the Sports Authority of India (SAI). It is designed to train up to 40 swimmers simultaneously and host national and international competitions.
What other facilities are being developed at the Amingaon sports complex?
Besides the cricket stadium and swimming complex, the Amingaon precinct includes a National Centre of Excellence for Badminton, athlete and coach hostels, and a planned six-lane road connecting the complex to the National Highway and IIT Guwahati.
How does the Amingaon complex relate to the existing Sarusajai Sports Complex?
CM Sarma said the Amingaon complex is intended to complement, not replace, the existing Sarusajai Sports Complex. Together, the two facilities are expected to significantly strengthen Assam's capacity to host major national and international sporting events.
