National Kabaddi makes historic comeback to Vidarbha region
After three decades, Vidarbha will host the National Junior Kabaddi Championship. The event takes place from May 9 to 12. Wardha district will host the championship for the first time. This marks the region’s first national-level kabaddi event since 1995. Teams from Maharashtra, Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and more will join the event.
The Kabaddi Association Vidarbha Sangh (KAVS), with support from the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI), is organising the four-day event. Matches will happen at Vidarbha Kesari Ramdasji Tadas Indoor Stadium in Deoli. The finals and closing ceremony will be at the Bhagat Singh Ground in Wardha, on May 12.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will hand out the prizes. State Sports Minister Dattatray Bharne will open the event on May 9. Other leaders, including Sanjay Rathod and former Union Minister Raosaheb Danve, will also attend.
KAVS President Ramdas Tadas said they pushed for the event to bring kabaddi pride back to Wardha. Years ago, the district produced skilled athletes for the national team. Now, the goal is to inspire young players again. They expect about 750 players and 350 officials from across India.
Secretary Pradipsingh Thakur said they’re ready to make this event special for players, coaches, and fans.
