The Fire & Emergency Services XI clinched the title at the fourth edition of the Guwahati Inter-Departmental Cricket Tournament (GIDCT) T-10, defeating APRO XI by eight wickets in the final held on February 1, 2026, at the Beltola High School Playground.
The two-day tournament concluded in Guwahati with strong participation from multiple government departments, reinforcing the city’s growing culture of organised inter-departmental sports.
Fire & Emergency Services XI emerged champions of the 4th Guwahati Inter-Departmental Cricket Tournament T-10 after defeating APRO XI by eight wickets in the final on February 1. The tournament concluded at Beltola High School Playground, with teams from various Assam government departments participating.
Final Match Highlights
In the title clash, APRO XI, batting first, posted 95 runs in eight overs. The target, however, proved insufficient against a composed batting display by Fire & Emergency Services XI.
Chasing the total with ease, Fire & Emergency Services XI reached the target comfortably, sealing the championship with eight wickets in hand.
Final Standings
- Champions: Fire & Emergency Services XI
- Runners-up: APRO XI
- Joint Third Place: Irrigation XI and Water Resources Department (WRD) XI
Officials said the closely contested matches across the tournament kept spectators engaged and highlighted the competitive spirit among departments.
Dignitaries at the Closing Ceremony
The closing ceremony was attended by Ranbir Singh, a retired IAS officer and Chairman of the Brahmaputra Board, who graced the event as the chief guest.
Several senior officials and heads of participating departments were also present during the prize distribution ceremony.
Organising Committee
The tournament was organised under the leadership of:
- Saheed Zaman, Executive Engineer, WRD – Organising Committee President
- Jinnat Ullah, Assistant Executive Engineer, Irrigation – Secretary
- Mintumoni (APRO) and Ghaneshyam (Veterinary Department) – Assistant Secretaries
- Iftikar Hussain, Brahmaputra Board – Treasurer
Organisers credited teamwork and departmental cooperation for the smooth conduct of the tournament.
Individual Awards
Several players were recognised for their performances:
- Best Player of the Tournament: Jinnat Ullah
- Man of the Series: Manoj Borah (Fire & Emergency Services XI)
- Man of the Match (Final): Bhaskar Chamua (Fire & Emergency Services XI)
- Best Fielder: Sonti Kalita (APRO XI)
- Best Bowler: Bhupen Das (Fire & Emergency Services XI)
- Fair Play Award: AHVD XI
Promoting Sports Culture in Guwahati
Organisers said the Guwahati Inter-Departmental Cricket Tournament has steadily evolved into a regular sporting fixture in the city, promoting fitness, camaraderie, and healthy competition among government employees.
Sports observers in Guwahati noted that such events contribute to building a stronger recreational sports culture beyond professional leagues.
What Happens Next
With the successful conclusion of the fourth edition, organisers indicated that preparations for future editions will begin soon, with the aim of expanding participation and spectator engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Who won the Guwahati Inter-Departmental Cricket Tournament 2026?
Fire & Emergency Services XI won the 4th edition of the tournament.
Q2. Where was the final played?
The final was held at the Beltola High School Playground in Guwahati.
