Vikal Sharma
Palampur
The schedule for sports competitions to be held as part of the State-Level Holi Festival–2026 in Palampur has been officially released. Sharing the details, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (Civil) Palampur and Chairman of the Holi Festival Committee, Dr. O.P. Yadav, informed that the state-level Holi Festival will be organised with great enthusiasm from March 1 to March 4, 2026.
He said that, as per tradition, a series of sports competitions will be organised ahead of the main cultural events to generate sporting spirit and enthusiasm among youth and sports lovers in the region.
Organisers Appointed for Smooth Conduct
To ensure smooth conduct of the competitions, organisers have been appointed for each sporting event. Interested players and teams can contact the respective coordinators on their mobile numbers for registration and further details.
Cricket Tournament from February 8
The cricket competition will be organised from February 8 to February 19, 2026, under the coordination of Amit Sood (94180-81581).
- First Prize: ₹41,000
- Second Prize: ₹31,000
Kabaddi Competition
The kabaddi tournament will be held from February 22 to February 24, 2026, with Anurag Naryal (98166-48828) as the coordinator.
- Men’s Category:
- First Prize: ₹41,000
- Second Prize: ₹31,000
- Women’s Category:
- First Prize: ₹21,000
- Second Prize: ₹11,000
Other Sports Competitions
- Basketball:
- Dates: February 21–23, 2026
- Coordinator: Sunand Chitra (98163-24655)
- Prizes: ₹31,000 (First), ₹21,000 (Second)
- Volleyball:
- Dates: February 20–22, 2026
- Coordinator: Sunil Kumar (98052-65800)
- Prizes: ₹21,000 (First), ₹15,000 (Second)
- Fun Games:
- Date: March 3, 2026
- Coordinator: Roshan Lal (82194-89649)
- Prizes: ₹21,000 (First), ₹18,000 (Second)
- Chess:
- Dates: February 21–28, 2026
- Coordinator: Munish Katoch (98167-77779)
- Prizes: ₹5,100 (First), ₹2,100 (Second)
- Carrom:
- Dates: February 21–28, 2026
- Coordinator: Munish Katoch (98167-77779)
- Prizes: ₹5,100 (First), ₹2,100 (Second)
- Table Tennis:
- Dates: February 21–23, 2026
- Coordinator: Rajan Sharma (98051-15555)
- Badminton:
- Dates: February 20–22, 2026
- Coordinator: Akashdeep Rehan (96253-96096)
- Wrestling:
- Dates: March 1–2, 2026
- Coordinator: Varinder Chauhan (94188-84200)
- Martial Arts:
- Date: March 3, 2026 (One-day event)
- Coordinator: Trilok Chand (70181-88618)
Appeal to Youth and Sports Enthusiasts
Dr. O.P. Yadav has appealed to the youth and sports enthusiasts of the region to actively participate in these competitions and contribute to the success of the Holi Festival by promoting sportsmanship and healthy competition. For further information, participants have been advised to contact the concerned sports coordinators.
The sports events are expected to add vibrancy and competitive spirit to the upcoming Palampur State-Level Holi Festival 2026.
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