List of Stadiums in India State-wise, Largest Stadium in India

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List of Stadiums in India

Stadiums in India are a reflection of the country’s love for sports and passion for excellence. They not only serve as venues for sporting events, but also as cultural and social hubs, bringing people together from all walks of life to celebrate and enjoy the thrill of sports.

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Cricket Stadiums in India List

The list of cricket Stadiums in India is extensive and diverse, with each stadium having its own unique character, history, and features. From the iconic Eden Gardens to the modern Narendra Modi Stadium, the list encompasses some of the most celebrated and renowned cricketing venues in the world.

S. No	Stadium	Unique Feature
1	Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi	Has the world’s first LED floodlights installed.
2	Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow	Newest cricket stadium in India.
3	Barabati Stadium, Cuttack	Known for its unique floodlight towers.
4	Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati	First international cricket stadium in the northeast region of India.
5	Bhamashah Stadium, Jaipur	Newest stadium in Rajasthan, equipped with modern facilities.
6	Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai	Managed by the Cricket Club of India, known for its old
7	Chattrapati Shivaji Stadium, Kolhapur	First international cricket stadium in Western Maharashtra.
8	Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore	First Indian stadium to install solar panels.
9	Dharamshala Cricket Stadium, Dharamshala	Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, known for its scenic beauty.
10	Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA	VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam
11	Eden Gardens, Kolkata	Oldest and largest cricket stadium in India.
12	Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow	Newest cricket stadium in Uttar Pradesh.
13	Feroz Shah Kotla Ground, Delhi	Has a practice pitch with unique sloping design.
14	Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram	First cricket stadium in India with a rooftop solar power system.
15	HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala	Located at an altitude of 1,457 meters, known for its scenic beauty.
16	Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore	Only cricket stadium in India to have stands named after women cricket players.
17	JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi	Owned by former Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
18	M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai	Known for its unique red soil pitch.
19	M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore	First Indian stadium to install solar panels.
20	Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune	Known for its unique architecture and facilities.
21	Nehru Stadium, Kochi	Known for its beautiful setting and modern facilities.
22	Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad	With a seating capacity of 132,000, it is the world’s biggest cricket stadium.
23	Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali	Known for its unique floodlight towers.
24	Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad	The first stadium to implement LED floodlights.
25	Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad	Largest cricket stadium in the world, with a seating capacity of 132,000.
26	Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot	Known for its unique design and facilities.
27	Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium, Raipur	Newest cricket stadium in Chhattisgarh.
28	Subrata Roy Sahara Stadium, Pune	Known for its unique design and facilities.
29	Uppal Stadium, Hyderabad	Known for its world
30	Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur	Known for its unique design and facilities.

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Hockey Stadiums in India List

Hockey stadiums in India hold a special place in the heart of every Indian sports fan, as India has a rich hockey history and legacy. These stadiums have witnessed some of the greatest moments in Indian hockey, and continue to inspire and nurture future generations of hockey players with world-class facilities and infrastructure.

S. No	Stadium	Unique Feature
1	Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar	Known for its world-class facilities and AstroTurf pitch.
2	Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, New Delhi	Named after India’s legendary hockey player, known for hosting major international tournaments.
3	Maulana Md. Tayabulla Hockey Stadium, Imphal	Only international standard hockey stadium in Northeast India.
4	Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad	One of the few stadiums in India to have a sand-based hockey pitch.
5	Aishbagh Hockey Stadium, Bhopal	Known for its lush green outfield and state of the art facilities.
6	Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium, Ranchi	One of the largest hockey stadiums in India, with a seating capacity of over 20,000.
7	Chandgiram Sports Complex, Mahilpur	Only hockey stadium in Punjab with an AstroTurf pitch.
8	Dhyan Chand Astroturf Stadium, Lucknow	Named after India’s legendary hockey player, known for hosting national and international matches.
9	Guru Gobind Singh Stadium, Jalandhar	One of the oldest hockey stadiums in India, known for its rich history and legacy.
10	Moti Lal Nehru Stadium, Allahabad	One of the few stadiums in India to have a sand based hockey pitch.
11	Padma Shri Mohammad Shahid Synthetic Hockey Stadium, Varanasi	Named after India’s former hockey player, known for its world class facilities.
12	Rajiv Gandhi Sports Complex, Rohtak	One of the few stadiums in India to have a sand based hockey pitch.
13	Shivaji Stadium, New Delhi	One of the oldest hockey stadiums in India, known for its rich history and legacy.
14	Surjit Hockey Stadium, Jalandhar	Named after India’s former hockey player, known for hosting major domestic tournaments.
15	Sushil Kumar Hockey Stadium, Hisar	Named after India’s former hockey player, known for its state of the art facilities and AstroTurf pitch.

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Football Stadiums in India List

Football stadiums in India are rapidly developing and growing, with new and modern facilities being built across the country. These stadiums are playing an integral role in the development of football in India, as they provide a platform for the country’s footballers to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level.

S. No	Stadium	Unique Feature
1	Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata	One of the largest stadiums in the world with a seating capacity of over 85,000.
2	Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai	Known for its world class facilities and floodlights.
3	Fatorda Stadium, Goa	Known for its picturesque location and beautiful surroundings.
4	Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, Guwahati	One of the few stadiums in India to have a natural grass surface.
5	Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru	Renowned for its contemporary design and cutting-edge amenities.
6	Tilak Maidan Stadium, Goa	Known for its unique circular design and natural grass surface.
7	GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium, Hyderabad	One of the few stadiums in India to have a synthetic turf surface.
8	Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Kochi	Known for its beautiful architecture and world class facilities.
9	Mumbai Football Arena, Mumbai	One of the few stadiums in India to have a natural grass surface.
10	Guru Nanak Stadium, Ludhiana	Known for hosting major domestic and international tournaments.
11	Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Aizawl	One of the few stadiums in Northeast India to have a natural grass surface.
12	Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar	One of the few stadiums in India to have a natural grass surface.
13	Balewadi Stadium, Pune	Known for its modern facilities and world
14	JRD Tata Sports Complex, Jamshedpur	Known for its unique design and floodlights.
15	Rabindra Sarobar Stadium, Kolkata	Known for its natural grass surface and beautiful surroundings.

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List of Largest Stadiums in India

Here are some of the largest stadiums in India based on seating capacity:

S. No	Stadium	Capacity
1	Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad	132,000
2	Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata	85,000
3	Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad	55,000
4	Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Kochi	60,000
5	Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai	60,000
6	Feroz Shah Kotla Ground, Delhi	55,000
7	M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore	40,000
8	Eden Gardens, Kolkata	68,000
9	Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad	110,000 (before renovation)
10	DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai	55,000