National Games 2023 Schedule, Date and Venues
The National Games of India premier multi-sport event that draws inspiration from the Olympics, is set to commence in Goa. Originally designated as the host for the 36th edition of these Games, Goa had to relinquish its role to Gujarat in 2022 due to multiple COVID-19-related postponements. Now, the spotlight is once again on Goa as it welcomes over 10,000 athletes from across the country for this grand sporting extravaganza.
| Sport | Dates | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Cycling (Track Race) | November 2-5 | Indira Gandhi Stadium Complex, New Delhi |
| Golf | November 5-9 | Delhi Golf Club, Delhi |
| Gymnastics | October 23-28 | Peddem Multi-Purpose Indoor Stadium, Mapusa |
| Billiards & Snookers | October 27-30 | Badminton Hall, Peddem Sports Complex, Mapusa |
| Rowing | October 28-November 1 | Chapora River, Mapusa |
| Hockey | October 30-November 8 | Hockey Ground, Peddem Sports Complex, Mapusa |
| Boxing | November 1-8 | Peddem Multi-Purpose Indoor Stadium, Mapusa |
| Shooting | November 2-9 | Mendrem Shooting Range, Mapusa |
| Canoeing & Kayaking | November 4-7 | Chapora River, Mapusa |
| Basketball | October 23-28 | Manohar Parrikar Indoor Stadium, Navelim, Margao |
| Beach Football | October 28-November 1 | Colva Beach, Margao |
| Football (Men) | October 30-November 8 | PJN Stadium, Fatorda, Margao |
| Rollball | October 30-November 2 | Manohar Parrikar Indoor Stadium, Navelim, Margao |
| Sepak Takraw | October 30-November 3 | Fatorda Multi-Purpose Hall, Margao |
| Lawn Tennis | October 30-November 5 | Multi-Purpose Ground, Fatorda, Margao |
| Handball | November 4-8 | Manohar Parrikar Indoor Stadium, Navelim, Margao |
| Sqay Martial Arts | November 6-8 | Fatorda Multi-Purpose Hall, Margao |
| Badminton | October 19-24 | S.P.M Stadium, Goa University, Panjim |
| Netball | October 22-27 | Campal Multi-Purpose Indoor Stadium, Panjim |
| Weightlifting | October 25-29 | Campal Open Ground, Panjim |
| Rugby | October 25-27 | Athletics Stadium, Bambolim, Panjim |
| Dragon Boat | October 26-29 | Campal Open Ground, Panjim |
| Mallakhamb | October 26-28 | Campal Open Ground, Panjim |
| Fencing | October 26-30 | SPM Stadium, Goa University, Panjim |
| Beach Handball | October 28-November 1 | Miramar Beach, Varca Beach, Panjim |
| Aquatics | October 29-November 4 | Swimming Pool Campal, Panjim |
| Athletics | October 29-November 3 | Athletics Stadium, Bambolim, Panjim |
| Table Tennis | October 29-November 2 | Campal Multi-Purpose Indoor Stadium, Panjim |
| Gatka | October 31-November 2 | Campal Open Ground, Panjim |
| Mini Golf | November 1-3 | Miramar Beach, Panjim |
| Wrestling | November 1-3 | Campal Open Ground, Panjim |
| Wushu | November 1-4 | Campal Open Ground, Panjim |
| Volleyball | November 1-5 | S.P.M Stadium, Goa University, Panjim |
| Rowing (Coastal/Tidal Sport) | November 3-6 | Hawai Beach, Dona Paula, Panjim |
| Yachting | November 3-8 | Hawaii Beach, Dona Paula, Panjim |
| Beach Volleyball | November 4-7 | Miramar Beach, Varca Beach, Panjim |
| Kabaddi | November 4-8 | Campal Multi-Purpose Indoor Stadium, Panjim |
| Triathlon | November 4-7 | Caranzalem – Miramar Road, Panjim |
| Lagori | November 5-6 | Campal Open Ground, Panjim |
| Yogasana | November 5-9 | Campal Open Ground, Panjim |
| Judo | November 6-8 | Campal Open Ground, Panjim |
| Kalaripayattu | November 7-8 | Campal Open Ground, Panjim |
| Modern Pentathlon | October 26-29 | Ponda Swimming Pool, Ponda |
| Archery | October 29-November 6 | Goa Engineering Collage, Farmagudi, Ponda |
| Taekwondo | October 31- November 3 | Ponda Multi-Purpose Indoor Stadium, Ponda |
| Kho-Kho | November 4-8 | Ponda Multi-Purpose Indoor Stadium, Ponda |
| Football (Women) | October 27-November 5 | Tilak Maidan Football Ground, Vasco |
| Lawn Bowls | November 1-8 | Chicalim Multi-Purpose Ground, Vasco |
| Squash | November 1-5 | Chicalim Squash Facility, Vasco |
| Cycling (Road Race) | November 8-9 | Verna – Birla Bypass Airport Road, Vasco |
| Pencak Silat | October 26-29 | Campal Open Ground, Panjim |
The origin of the National Games of India can be traced back to the British colonial period, approximately a century ago, when India was under British rule. If you’re interested in the upcoming prominent national sporting event, we recommend reading the complete articles provided below. These articles provide a comprehensive overview and schedule of the Indian National Games in 2023. The games are set to commence on October 25th and conclude on November 9th.
| Event | National Games 2023 |
|---|---|
| Start date | 25 October 2023 |
| End date | 09 November 2023 |
| Edition | 37th (first time in GOA) |
| Venue | GOA (different cities mentioned below) |
| States | 28 |
| Athletes | 10,000+ |
| Games Discipline | 43 |
The 37th National Games have been officially scheduled to commence on October 25, 2023, and they will run for an exciting 16 days, concluding on November 9, 2023. This prestigious sporting event will be hosted across five Goan cities: Mapusa, Margao, Panjim, Ponda, and Vasco. Importantly, this marks the first time that the National Games will be held in Goa. Notably, Goa was initially selected to host the 36th edition, originally planned for 2016, but due to several delays, Gujarat hosted it the previous year. Additionally, it’s worth mentioning that Golf and cycling events will take place in New Delhi. The upcoming National Games will feature various sports, including Kho, yogasana, and mallakhamb, making their debut in the National Games arena.
| City | Venues |
|---|---|
| Vasco | – Tilak Maidan Football Ground |
| – Chicalim Multi-Purpose Ground | |
| – Chicalim Squash Facility | |
| – Verna-Birla Bypass Airport Road | |
| Ponda | – Ponda Swimming Pool – Indoor – Ground |
| – Goa Engineering College, Farmagudi | |
| – Ponda Multi-Purpose Stadium | |
| Panjim | – Hawai Beach, Dona Paula |
| – Cambal Multi-Purpose Indoor Stadium | |
| – Campal Open Ground (Campal Sports Village) | |
| – Miramar Beach, Varca Beach | |
| – Swimming Pool Campal | |
| – Hawai Beach, Dona Paula | |
| – Athletics Stadium, Bambolim | |
| Margao | – Colva Beach |
| – Fatorda | |
| – PJN Stadium | |
| – Multi-Purpose Hall | |
| – Multi-Purpose Ground | |
| – Manohar Parrikar Indoor Stadium, Navelim | |
| Mapusa | – Peddem Sports Complex |
| – Indoor Stadium | |
| – Hockey Ground | |
| – Badminton Hall | |
| – Mendrem Shooting Range | |
| – Chapora River | |
| New Delhi | – Indira Gandhi Stadium Complex |
| – Delhi Golf Club |
The National Games of India, which have evolved into a significant sporting event in India, have a storied history dating back to 1924 when they were first held in Lahore, undivided India. Initially known as the Indian Olympic Games, they were rebranded in 1938 as the National Games. Over the years, these Games have grown in stature and significance, becoming a platform for India’s talented athletes to showcase their prowess.
This edition of the National Games in Goa promises to be a grand spectacle with an impressive turnout of over 10,000 athletes, marking a substantial increase from the previous edition hosted in Gujarat. These athletes will compete in a total of 43 sports, encompassing both indoor and outdoor competitions, making it a diverse and inclusive event.
In the 2022 edition of the National Games, the Services emerged as the reigning champions, securing their fourth consecutive title. They bagged an impressive 128 medals, comprising 61 golds, 35 silvers, and 32 bronzes. Notably, a total of 29 teams managed to secure at least one gold medal in the 2022 edition, underscoring the remarkable depth of talent in India’s sporting landscape.
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