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Shrimanta Shankar Academy is all set to host the CBSE Cluster 1 Kabaddi Tournament from August 8 to 10, drawing nearly 600 student-athletes from across the Northeastern region. The event is one of the most anticipated fixtures in the CBSE inter-school sports calendar and marks a significant moment for the host institution.A total of 38 school, including 10 from Kamrup Metro and 28 from other states in the North East, will compete across three age categories: Under-14, Under-17, and Under-19, with separate matches for boys and girls. The event will feature 340 boys and 250 girls, all representing CBSE-affiliated institutions under the official cluster designation.
Opening ceremony on August 8; final matches on August 10
The opening ceremony is scheduled for 9:00 AM on August 8, while the closing ceremony will take place at 4:00 PM on August 10, both inside the Shrimanta Shankar Academy campus.
The school will also provide boarding and logistical support to 56 coaches and team managers accompanying the participants.Officials at the academy confirmed that full-scale preparations have been completed, with sports infrastructure, medical backup, accommodation, and event logistics in place. Matches will be conducted in strict adherence to CBSE guidelines under the supervision of trained referees and technical personnel.
More than a competition, a celebration of school sports
Beyond the competitive stakes, the tournament aims to promote team spirit, regional solidarity, and cultural exchange among participating students. While the focus remains firmly on performance, the school emphasised its commitment to creating an atmosphere of mutual respect, discipline, and sportsmanship.The CBSE Cluster Kabaddi Tournament has steadily grown in stature over the years, particularly in the Northeast, where grassroots-level interest in kabaddi continues to surge.
With students competing from diverse social and cultural backgrounds, the event is expected to strengthen inter-school ties while showcasing emerging athletic talent in the region.Shrimanta Shankar Academy, known for its academic rigour and co-curricular engagement, is hosting a CBSE cluster-level kabaddi meet for the first time. The school administration sees the tournament as an opportunity to further its vision of holistic education and community-building through sports.
