Siliguri: In a significant announcement ahead of Durga Puja 2026, Darjeeling Member of Parliament Raju Bista has announced ₹20 lakh in financial assistance for the indoor stadium project of Dadabhai Sporting Club in Siliguri. The announcement comes as a festive gift for the local sporting community.
The proposed support is expected to contribute to the development of sports infrastructure and provide a boost to the club’s plans for an indoor sporting facility. Such infrastructure can create better opportunities for local athletes and sports enthusiasts to practise and participate in sporting activities.
Dadabhai Sporting Club is among the recognised Durga Puja destinations in Siliguri, attracting visitors during the festive season. The announcement adds a sports development dimension to the celebrations, highlighting the importance of supporting community institutions beyond cultural festivities.
The ₹20 lakh announcement by the Darjeeling MP is being seen as an encouraging step towards strengthening local sports facilities. Further details regarding the utilisation of the funds and the project’s implementation timeline have not been independently verified.
