Archive · 2 Sep 2026
Andhra Pradesh Police Open First State Sports Meet
Andhra Pradesh police officers are taking part in a large sports competition.
DGP Harish Kumar Gupta opened the first state-level police sports meet in Mangalagiri.
About 1,900 police sportspersons from 16 teams are competing.
Another 450 people are helping run the event.
The DGP said sports can make police officers fitter and more mentally alert.
He said these skills help officers make quick decisions and work together during difficult situations.
He also told participants to be disciplined and humble when they win.
The four-day event will finish on September 4.
DGP Harish Kumar Gupta inaugurated the first AP State Police Sports and Games Meet-2026 in Mangalagiri.
About 1,900 police sportspersons from 16 ranges and units are competing.
A further 450 officials, coaches, technical staff, managers and support personnel are involved.
Gupta said fitness, mental alertness, teamwork and stress management are vital for policing.
The four-day meet will continue until September 4 at VIT-AP University and Acharya Nagarjuna University.
- Who
- DGP Harish Kumar Gupta, about 1,900 police sportspersons, and 450 supporting personnel from Andhra Pradesh police ranges and units.
- What
- The first AP State Police Sports and Games Meet-2026 was inaugurated.
- When
- The meet opened on Tuesday and will continue for four days until September 4.
- Where
- The opening ceremony took place at the Andhra Pradesh Special Police 6th Battalion ground in Mangalagiri; competitions are being held at VIT-AP University and Acharya Nagarjuna University.
- Why
- The event promotes fitness, mental alertness, teamwork, discipline and professional readiness among police personnel.
- Event
- First AP State Police Sports and Games Meet-2026
- Participants
- Approximately 1,900 police sportspersons
- Teams
- 16 teams representing police ranges and units across Andhra Pradesh
- Support personnel
- Approximately 450 officials, coaches, technical officials, team managers and support staff
- Duration
- Four days, ending September 4
- Opening venue
- Andhra Pradesh Special Police 6th Battalion ground, Mangalagiri
- Competition venues
- VIT-AP University and Acharya Nagarjuna University
