The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut) inaugurated its newly developed Major Dhyan Chand Sports Complex and Basketball Court on Sunday, marking an important milestone in strengthening sports infrastructure and fostering sporting excellence on campus.

The ceremony was presided over by Prof. Prasad Krishna, Director, NIT Calicut. Shri Sukanta Majumdar, Minister of State for Education, Government of India, inaugurated the facilities virtually and graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Padma Shri Smt. M. D. Valsamma, Olympian and former Asian Games gold medallist, attended the event as the Guest of Honour.

Addressing the gathering, Shri Sukanta Majumdar highlighted that education extends beyond the classroom to the sports ground, emphasising the growing importance of sports in students' holistic development. He noted the significant transformation taking place in India’s sporting landscape and expressed confidence that the new facilities at NIT Calicut would contribute to this momentum.

The project was completed under the leadership and guidance of Dr. A. Shaija, Dean (Planning & Development), NIT Calicut, with the dedicated support of the Engineering Unit, NIT Calicut, under the supervision of Shri Sreenesh S., Superintending Engineer. The project was executed by Great Sports Tech Limited, Hyderabad, and completed in a record 10 months.

The newly inaugurated sports infrastructure is expected to provide NIT Calicut students with enhanced opportunities for training, competition, and participation in athletics, football, basketball, and other sporting activities, while further strengthening the Institute’s commitment to holistic student development.

The Major Dhyan Chand Sports Complex has been developed as a comprehensive modern sporting facility to support competitive sports, athletic training, and the overall physical development of students.

The inauguration marks a new chapter in NIT Calicut’s commitment to academic excellence, physical well-being, and holistic student development.