Archive · 22 Dec 2025
Guwahati's Nehru Stadium to be demolished for redevelopment
Guwahati's Nehru Stadium, a historic sports venue, is being demolished to make way for a new, modern sports complex.
The stadium, built in 1962, has been a significant part of Assam's sporting history, hosting countless matches and nurturing many athletes.
The new complex will have international-standard facilities and is part of Assam's efforts to improve sports infrastructure ahead of the 2027 National Games.
While the redevelopment is exciting, many people feel sad about losing the old stadium and its memories.
The government has allocated Rs 765 crore for this project, and demolition is set to begin after December 25.
Guwahati's Nehru Stadium, a historic sports venue, is being demolished for redevelopment into a modern, world-class sports facility.
The Assam Cabinet approved Rs 765 crore for the project, which will include an international-standard football ground and various sports amenities.
The stadium, built in 1962, has been a significant part of Assam's sporting history, hosting countless matches and nurturing many athletes.
Demolition is slated to begin after December 25, with refurbishment work to commence immediately afterward.
The redevelopment is part of Assam's broader effort to strengthen sports infrastructure ahead of hosting the 2027 National Games.
- Who
- Assam government and local residents
- What
- Demolition and redevelopment of Nehru Stadium in Guwahati
- When
- Demolition slated to begin after December 25
- Where
- Guwahati, Assam
- Why
- To create a modern, world-class sports facility and prepare for the 2027 National Games
- Location
- Guwahati, Assam
- Current Status
- Demolition slated to begin after December 25
- Budget Allocation
- Rs 765 crore
- New Complex Features
- International-standard football ground, 25,000 seating capacity, four blocks for sports associations, directorate, hostels, parking, auditorium, indoor training facilities, and amenities for various sports
- Historical Significance
- Built in 1962, named after Jawaharlal Nehru, symbol of Assam's sporting aspirations
- Future Plans
- Part of Assam's push for world-class sports infrastructure ahead of the 2027 National Games
- State-Wide Effort
- Assam has invested in sports infrastructure across all 126 Assembly constituencies in the past three years