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.[5] This stadium also supports twenty-five games including cricket, hockey, football and swimming.[6]
Location
Situated in Nalanda district, about 100km south of Patna, the complex spans approximately 90-97.9 acres. It was built at an estimated cost of ₹ 740-851 crore.[7][8]
Key facilities
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary meeting with sport persons at Rajgir Sports Complex and Cricket stadium on 29 August 2024.
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.
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.
Bihar Sports University
Co-located within the complex, inaugurated on August 29, 2024, by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.[10] It focuses on sports science, psychology, nutrition, and coaching.
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