SAI Stadium Kokrajhar: The Sports Authority of India Kokrajhar, also known as SAI Kokrajhar in short, established in 2006, supports athletes in various sports. It is the only sports academy in Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) in Assam.
The center, covering 27 acres, offers modern facilities including football and athletics stadiums, a fully-equipped gym, a hockey field, a Wushu indoor stadium, and separate hostels for male and female athletes.
SAI stadium Kokrajhar operates under two programs: the Sports Training Center (STC) for athletes aged 10 to 18, and the Sports Area Games (SAG) to develop talent from tribal, rural, hilly, and coastal areas.
SAI STC Kokrajhar caters to both local residents and individuals from outside who have a passion for sports training.
SAI Stadium Kokrajhar Overview
| Name | Sports Authority of India (SAI) |
| Centre | Regional Centre (Kokrajhjar) |
| Place Type | Sports Academy |
| Established Year | 2006 |
| Stadium Capacity | 10,000 |
| SAI Kokrajhar Address | Titaguri, Kathalguri No.1, Kokrajhar, BTR, Assam, India, 783370 |
| Official Website | NA |
Kokrajhar SAI Staidum Sports
Here are few sports that SAI SAG provides training to the young talented athletes:
- Archery
- Athletics
- Boxing
- Football
- Hockey
- Judo
- Wushu
- Taekwondo
Athletes From SAI Stadium, Kokrajhar
A few athletes who received training from the Kokrajhar SAI are now part of national teams. Take a look at their name:
| S.No | Name | Gender | Sport |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Halicharan Narzary | Male | Football |
| 2 | Apurna Narzary | Female | Football |
| 3 | Sanma Brahma | Male | Wushu |
SAI Kokrajhar Hosts Big Sporting Events
SAI STC hosted various games, but gained recognition only after the COVID-19 pandemic. The SAI Special Area Games Centre in Kokrajhar has been the venue for several national and northeastern sports events. Here are some of the sports events hosted in SAI Kokrajhar:
- 1st Inter Sixth Schedule Premier League 2022 (ISPL 2022)
- Santosh Trophy 2022-23
- Durand Cup 2023
- Women’s I League
SAI STC Admission Process | Kokrajhar
Here is a guide to the admission process in the SAI Kokrajhar:
Admission Documents Requirements:
- Passport Size Photographs
- Aadhaar Card
- Attested Copy of Birth Certificate
- CHC/PHC
- Any Sports Achievement Certificates
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must be between 10 and 18 years old to be eligible for admission.
SAI Stadium Kokrajhar Images
News Related SAI Stadium Kokrajhar
- As per sources, SAI Stadium Kokrajhar to host 7 matches of Durand Cup 2024-25.
- In 2024, the Kokrajhar SAI Stadium has been upgraded to a “Sand-Based Advanced FIFA Approved Football Ground with Hi Tech Smart Sprinkler and smart internal drainage system.” It’s the first facility of its kind in Northeast India.
- The stadium is set to host the 133rd Durand Cup this year, including its knockout stage matches.
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FAQs
1. Who is the Director of SAI Training Centre Kokrajhar?
The Director of SAI Training Centre (STC) Kokrajhar is Pradip Brahma.