Archive · 11 Nov 2025
West Bengal Govt Announces New Cricket Stadium in Siliguri Named After Richa Ghosh
The leader of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, announced that a new cricket stadium will be built in the city of Siliguri.
This stadium will be named after a famous young cricketer named Richa Ghosh.
Richa Ghosh is from Siliguri and played an important part in helping India win the World Cup.
The stadium will be built on a large piece of land.
This is a way to celebrate Richa Ghosh's success and inspire other young players from the area to become great cricketers.
The state government will be in charge of building the stadium.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced the construction of a new cricket stadium in Siliguri.
The stadium will be named 'Richa Cricket Stadium' to honor cricketer Richa Ghosh.
It will be built on a 27-acre plot at the Chandmani Tea Estate in Siliguri.
The project aims to recognize Richa Ghosh's contribution and encourage young cricketers from north Bengal.
The state government will undertake the project.
- Who
- West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the West Bengal Government
- What
- Announced the construction of a new international cricket stadium named 'Richa Cricket Stadium'.
- When
- Monday
- Where
- Siliguri, West Bengal
- Why
- To honor World Cup-winning cricketer Richa Ghosh, who is from Siliguri, and to encourage young cricketers from north Bengal.
Government Announcement
Recognition of Cricketer
New Stadium Construction
Government Announcement
The West Bengal government has announced the construction of a new cricket stadium in Siliguri.
Recognition of Cricketer
The stadium will be named 'Richa Cricket Stadium' to honor World Cup-winning cricketer Richa Ghosh, who is from Siliguri.
Purpose of the Stadium
Government Announcement
The project aims to encourage more young cricketers from north Bengal.
Recognition of Cricketer
The stadium is a way to honor Richa Ghosh, described as one of Bengal's shining sports talents.
- Stadium Name
- Richa Cricket Stadium
- Location
- Siliguri, West Bengal
- Land Area
- 27 acres
- Site
- Chandmani Tea Estate
- Honoree
- Richa Ghosh (World Cup-winning cricketer)
- Announced By
- West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee
- Announcement Date
- Monday
Sources
Ex-skipper Sourav Ganguly wants to see Richa Ghosh as 'India captain'
Shree Charani, Kranti are perfect examples of WPL's success: Muzumdar
CM announces cricket stadium in Siliguri after Richa Ghosh
