Rajgir Sports Complex
Rajgir Sports Complex in Rajgir, Bihar, is a sports facility. The complex was inaugurated on August 29, 2024, coinciding with National Sports Day. The complex is supported by the Bihar State Sports Authority.
It has the facilities for 28 indoor and outdoor games including cricket with facilities like a research center, motivation center, sports library, swimming pool, cafeteria. This stadium also supports twenty-five games including cricket, hockey, football and swimming.
Location
Situated in Nalanda district, about 100 km south of Patna, the complex spans approximately 90-97.9 acres. It was built at an estimated cost of 740-851 crore.Key facilities
- Rajgir International Cricket Stadium: Under construction, it will have a seating capacity of 40,000-50,000, making it Bihar’s largest and most modern stadium, modeled after the Sydney Cricket Ground. It will serve as the home for the Bihar cricket team and host international matches.
- Hockey Arena: The first completed facility, with Astroturf and seating for 8,000-10,000 spectators. It hosted the 2024 Women's Asian Champions Trophy and 2025 Men's Hockey Asia Cup.
- Multi-Sport Facilities: The complex supports 23-25 sports, including hockey, football, kabaddi, volleyball, wrestling, athletics, swimming, weightlifting, table tennis, basketball, and handball.
- Additional Amenities: Includes a sports research center, motivation center, sports library, swimming pool, cafeteria, food court, and an Art & Culture Handicraft Exhibition Gallery showcasing Bihar’s traditional crafts.
- Design: The hockey arena features murals depicting ancient Nalanda’s legacy as a learning hub.