Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday attended the World Athletics Continental Tour Silver 2026 at the iconic Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar.
The prestigious international meet brought together over a hundred athletes from across the globe, along with top performers from India and Odisha, reaffirming the state’s growing prominence on the global athletics map.
Posting on X, the Chief Minister said witnessing the outstanding performances of world-class athletes at Kalinga Stadium was a truly unique experience.
“The participation of talented sportspersons from our country and Odisha alongside over a hundred athletes from various nations is proving the state’s growing international stature and world-class sporting capabilities. This proud success is not only further strengthening Odisha’s distinct identity on the global map but also ushering in a new era in the field of sports tourism,” Majhi said.
The Chief Minister said the successful hosting of the event reinforces Odisha’s commitment to nurturing sporting excellence and strengthens its position as a premier destination for international sporting events.
He added that the government is not limited to organizing major international events but is committed to identifying talent at the grassroots level and shaping them into world-class athletes.
“Towards this goal, stadiums with modern facilities are being constructed at the block level. In addition, a state-of-the-art world-class sports complex will be established in Gothapatna, Bhubaneswar, where our athletes will receive high-level training. Our journey to establish Odisha as the world’s Sports Capital will continue forever,” Majhi said.
