Kalinga Stadium
Stadium Major multi-sport stadium in Bhubaneswar
Located in Bhubaneswar, Kalinga Stadium hosts national and international hockey, athletics and concerts; sports fans attend matches, while organizers use its modern facilities for major events and youth training.
Kalinga Stadium is a multi-purpose sports complex in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, known for hosting international field hockey and athletics events. It is used as a home venue for national and state-level teams and for large sporting tournaments.
The complex includes a main stadium with an international-standard synthetic hockey pitch and an athletics track, plus indoor training halls and support facilities. It has hosted major events including the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup in 2018.
Located within Bhubaneswar city, the stadium is part of the city’s sports infrastructure and is used year-round for matches, training camps and athletics meets.
- Major events: Hosted the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup in 2018 and is a national centre for field hockey in India.
- Capacity and facilities: Seating capacity is on the order of tens of thousands and the venue is equipped for international hockey and athletics competitions.
What to See #
- Main arena: Main stadium bowl with synthetic hockey turf and an athletics track that meets international competition standards.
- Training complex: Adjacent training facilities and indoor halls used by state and national teams for practice and events.
How to Get to Kalinga Stadium #
Kalinga Stadium is in Bhubaneswar city; it is reachable by taxi or auto-rickshaw from the city centre (roughly 10-15 minutes). Bhubaneswar railway station is nearby; city buses serve routes close to the stadium on major match days.
Tips for Visiting Kalinga Stadium #
- Check the stadium calendar before visiting-times vary for football, athletics, and major events; large events require advance tickets.
- The stadium complex includes a hockey astroturf, indoor arenas and swimming facilities-look beyond the main pitch for activities.
- Take a taxi from Bhubaneswar city centre (approx. 10-15 minutes) to avoid unreliable local buses when carrying gear.
Best Time to Visit Kalinga Stadium #
Attend in winter months for pleasant weather and a full calendar of sports events.
Weather & Climate near Kalinga Stadium #
Kalinga Stadium's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in May) and warm winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 16°C to 36°C. Abundant rainfall (1570 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 29°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 32°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 35°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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June
June is hot, feeling like 37°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (207 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (349 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (384 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (234 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (172 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 7 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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