Guwahati will host the 12th Inter-District Roller Skating Championship on January 10 and 11 at the Dispur Roller Skating Rink, bringing together young skating talent from across Assam.
The two-day championship is being organised by the Assam Roller Skating Association with support from Aprince and is expected to draw wide participation and spectators in the city.
The 12th Inter-District Roller Skating Championship will take place at the Dispur Roller Skating Rink in Guwahati on January 10 and 11. Organised by the Assam Roller Skating Association, the event will feature around 300 skaters from 14 districts competing across age groups and categories.
Major Sporting Event for Guwahati
Around 300 skaters representing 14 districts of Assam are expected to participate, making the championship one of the largest roller skating events hosted in Guwahati in recent years.
Officials said the event is aimed at promoting roller skating in Assam while offering a competitive platform for young and emerging athletes.
Participating Districts
Skaters from multiple districts will compete at the Dispur rink. The participating districts include:
- Kamrup
- Chandrapur
- Sonapur
- Kamrup Metro
- Nalbari
- Dumdumma
- Makum
- Naharkatiya
- Dibrugarh
- Tezpur
- Nagaon
- Duliajan
Participants will compete across different age groups and categories over the two days.
Prize Money and Awards
To encourage high performance and sportsmanship, the organisers have announced cash prizes for top-performing districts and individuals.
- Champion district: ₹30,600
- First runners-up: ₹18,000
- Second runners-up: ₹9,000
Individual awards will also be presented for the best talented skater in boys’ and girls’ categories, the most disciplined district, and the best coach.
Felicitation of National-Level Athletes
In addition to the competitions, the championship will feature a felicitation programme. During the event, 12 sportspersons from Assam who have represented the state at the national level will be honoured for their achievements and contributions to roller skating.
Organisers said the initiative is meant to inspire young skaters and recognise excellence in the sport.
Why This Matters for Guwahati
Guwahati continues to emerge as a key centre for hosting state-level sports events, providing infrastructure and visibility to lesser-promoted disciplines like roller skating.
Hosting the championship at Dispur strengthens the city’s role in grassroots sports development and offers local athletes exposure to high-level competition.
What Happens Next
Competitions will be held on January 10 and 11, followed by prize distribution and the felicitation ceremony. Organisers expect strong participation from skaters, coaches, and families from across Assam.
Further details on schedules and category-wise events are expected to be announced at the venue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will the roller skating championship be held in Guwahati?
The championship will be held at the Dispur Roller Skating Rink in Guwahati.
How many skaters are expected to participate?
Around 300 skaters from 14 districts of Assam are expected to take part in the two-day event.
