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51 stadiums to be modernised: State minister

Published : Tuesday, 10 November, 2026 at 9:30 PM

Staff Correspondent

A comprehensive plan is being implemented to revamp the country's sports sector and improve the quality of sports infrastructure at the grassroots level, State Minister for Youth and Sports Aminul Haque has said.

He said modernisation and renovation work at around 51 district stadiums, alongside the construction of new sports facilities, would begin soon. The development projects are expected to be completed in phases over the next five years.

The state minister made the remarks while attending the inauguration ceremony of the District Commissioner Gold Cup Football Tournament at Naogaon District Stadium this afternoon.

He said the government has introduced special provisions for athletes to secure government jobs, ensuring their future even after retirement from professional sports. Plans are also underway to give athletes priority in recruitment for Upazila Sports Officer posts.

Aminul Haque said the government was prioritising sports as a means of keeping young people away from drugs and negative cultural influences and building a disciplined, thoughtful and patient generation.

He also said that while the government was working towards building a humane Bangladesh, certain groups were attempting to create instability. He urged everyone to remain united and resist such activities.

Members of parliament, the deputy commissioner, the superintendent of police, other administrative officials, political leaders, members of the district sports association and local sports organisers attended the programme.

According to the organisers, 12 teams, representing 11 upazilas and one municipality of the district, are taking part in the tournament.

In the opening match, Raninagar Upazila defeated Manda Upazila 2-1.

- MaT

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