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Odisha Sports Minister Suryabanshi Suraj reviewed final preparations for the upcoming World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze event. The state is hosting the prestigious competition for the first time at Bhubaneswar’s Kalinga Stadium. Over 200 international athletes will participate across 20 events, showcasing Odisha’s growing sports infrastructure. Minister Suraj expressed confidence in delivering a world-class experience for athletes and spectators.

Key Points: Odisha Sports Minister Suraj Reviews World Athletics Tour Prep

  • Minister Suraj assures seamless event with focus on athlete safety
  • Over 200 athletes from 19 countries to compete
  • Kalinga Stadium preps highlight Odisha’s sports infrastructure
  • Police and admin teams deployed for crowd management
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Odisha Sports Minister Suryabanshi Suraj reviews preparations for World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze

Odisha gears up for its first World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze event at Kalinga Stadium with Minister Suryabanshi Suraj overseeing preparations.

"Hosting the World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze in Odisha for the first time is a matter of immense pride. - Suryabanshi Suraj"

Bhubaneswar, August 2

Odisha is set to host the prestigious World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze competition for the first time at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on August 10.

Odisha Sports Minister Suryabanshi Suraj on Friday reviewed the ongoing preparations at the venue.

"Hosting the World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze in Odisha for the first time is a matter of immense pride. We are fully prepared to organise it successfully," the minister said during the review, according to an official press release.

The review meeting focused on ensuring a seamless experience for athletes and spectators alike, with emphasis on world-class sporting infrastructure, hospitality, and security arrangements.

The Minister emphasised that all aspects, including athlete safety, crowd management and deployment of police personnel, are being carefully planned. He assured that adequate administrative measures are being put in place to ensure the smooth conduct of the event.

More than 200 athletes from 19 countries are expected to participate in 20 events. Odisha's hosting of this globally recognised athletics meet is being viewed as a testament to the state's emergence as a premier sports destination in India.

Minister Suraj expressed optimism that athletes from Odisha will once again make the state proud with commendable performances in the upcoming World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze event.

The preparation review meeting was attended by Sachin Ramchandra Jadhav, Commissioner-cum-Secretary Sports and Youth Services Department, Dr Yeddula Vijay, Director, Sports and Youth Services Department, Narasingha Bhol, Additional Commissioner of Police, Bhubaneswar, Deepankar Mahapatra, CEO, Hockey Promotion Council, Odisha, Bijay Kumar Swain, Additional Secretary, Ashok Kumar Panda, Additional Secretary, Sports and Youth Services Department.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Hope the government ensures proper facilities for athletes. We've seen in past events where foreign participants complained about basic amenities. This is our chance to show world-class hospitality!
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Arjun K
The Kalinga Stadium has come a long way! Remember when it was just a basic sports complex? Now hosting international athletics events. Kudos to Odisha govt for their vision in sports development.
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Sarah B
As an athletics coach from Delhi, I'm impressed by Odisha's commitment to sports. The infrastructure here is now better than many metro cities. Hope other states learn from this model.
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Vikram M
While the event is great, I hope they don't forget about local athletes. Many talented Odia sports persons struggle for basic training facilities. International events should benefit our homegrown talent too!
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Kavya N
Can't wait to attend! Tickets should be reasonably priced so common people can experience world-class athletics. This is a golden opportunity to inspire our youth to take up sports seriously 🏃‍♀️

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