Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma today inaugurated a state-of-the-art cricket stadium featuring an impressive earthen gallery with 15,000-seat capacity in the picturesque surroundings of Umrangso in Dima Hasao district. Developed by the Assam Cricket Association (ACA), the modern facility also includes the newly constructed Senga Tularam Pavilion. The initiative forms part of the State government’s efforts to encourage Assam’s emerging cricket talent and foster a positive sporting environment.
The foundation stone of the stadium was laid on 25 September 2021. Built amid a serene natural landscape, the complex features five centre wickets and practice arena with five dedicated practice pitches ensuring year-round training opportunities. To support its operations, the complex also houses eight residential quarters for staff. The project area also houses an advanced pavilion with accommodation for around 32 players.
Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister announced that a new football stadium will also be constructed adjacent to the cricket ground. Once completed, the twin stadiums will create a vibrant sporting ecosystem in Umrangso, he said. Sarma added that plans are underway to host cricket matches in the presence of national star players in the near future in the stadium. He noted that night matches at the scenic venue would enhance the viewing experience for sports lovers.
The Chief Minister urged BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia, ACA president Taranga Gogoi and North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council CEM Debolal Gorlosa who attended the event to initiate steps for installing floodlights at the stadium. He further announced that a synthetic track would be laid at the proposed football stadium, with full financial support from the State government. He said the Assam Cricket Association had spent `11 crore on constructing the cricket stadium and thanked ACA for developing such a facility in Umrangso.
Sports Minister Nandita Gorlosa, ACA president and MLA Taranga Gogoi, North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council CEM Debolal Gorlosa, Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council CEM Tuliram Ronghang, NCHAC chairman Mohit Hojai, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia, ACA secretary Sanatan Das, members of the District Council and several dignitaries were present at the event. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma batting in the newly inaugrated stadium.
