10th National Games: Three tiers of govt step up preparations
Summary
Preparations have intensified for the 10th National Games, which will be held in Karnali Province for the first time from November 24 to December 15, 2026. Competitions will be spread across Surkhet and other districts of Karnali, with some events also planned in neighbouring Lumbini Province due to limited infrastructure.
Key Points
- The 10th National Games will be hosted in Karnali Province for the first time, with events running from November 24 to December 15, 2026.
- Competitions will be held across Surkhet, Dailekh, Kalikot, Salyan and West Rukum, while some events will move to neighbouring Lumbini Province.
- A total of 32 sports are scheduled, including cricket, football, athletics, boxing, badminton, basketball and esports.
- Preparations have been accelerated, according to Rabin Chand of the Karnali Province Sports Development Council.
