Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar is a premier multi-purpose international sports complex managed by the Sports & Youth Services Department, Government of Odisha. It’s one of India’s top sports hubs,
known for hosting major events like FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup matches, Hockey World Cups, and more. The complex includes multiple venues and world-class facilities for various sports.
Key Facilities and Sports Available
- Athletics: 8-lane synthetic outdoor track; indoor athletics arena (200m synthetic track with inclined curves, areas for long jump, triple jump, pole vault, shot-put — certified by World Athletics as South Asia’s largest indoor facility).
- Field Hockey: Olympic-standard pink and blue water-based AstroTurf (India’s first); main pitch + practice grounds; Kalinga Hockey Stadium within the complex seats ~15,000-16,000.
- Football: Natural grass pitches (main + practice); used for ISL (Odisha FC home ground) and other tournaments.
- Swimming: Biju Patnaik Swimming Pool-cum-Sports Complex (popular for public use via Pay & Play).
- Tennis: Multiple courts (outdoor/indoor options).
- Table Tennis: Indoor facilities.
- Basketball and Volleyball: Dedicated courts.
- Wall Climbing: Climbing wall facility.
- Other Amenities: Gymnasium hall, high-performance centres (HPC) for elite training, shooting range (10m with 20 lanes mentioned in expansions), gymnastics centre (250-seat capacity, one of India’s finest), sports hostels, locker rooms, dining halls, conference rooms, media tribunes.
The complex emphasizes holistic development with advanced recovery zones, fitness systems, and support for athletes.
Public Access via Pay & Play
Many facilities are open to the public through the Pay & Play system (no long-term membership needed). You can book slots for:
- Swimming (very popular, with batches for kids/adults).
- Tennis, badminton (if available), table tennis, volleyball, etc.
- Possibly athletics track or other open sessions.
To book:
- Go to https://portal.sportsodisha.gov.in/PayPlay/DisciplineLanding
- Register/login (mobile/OTP-based).
- Select the sport, venue (look for Kalinga Stadium/Bhubaneswar options), and available slots.
- Pay online.
There’s also a separate Kalinga Stadium entry pass module for general access (check https://portal.sportsodisha.gov.in/Stadium/Landing for user manual).
Note: Availability and exact slots vary by day/time/season — check the portal for real-time options. Since you’re in Keonjhargarh (~200-250 km from Bhubaneswar), it’s a great weekend spot if you’re planning a trip for sports or events.