New Delhi | March 13, 2026 — The Delhi Government’s Directorate of Education (Sports Branch) is organizing multiple sporting competitions under the Delhi Khel Mahakumbh 2025–26. As part of the event, wrestling semifinal and final bouts were held at Chhatrasal Stadium in Model Town on Friday.
At the same time, the men’s college basketball semifinal matches were played at Kohat Enclave and Lok Vihar in Pitampura.
Officials stated that the finals of these competitions will be held on March 14, 2026. Women’s university football semifinal and final matches are also scheduled for the same day.
Strong Performances in Wrestling Competition
Athletes across different weight categories participated enthusiastically in the wrestling competition held at Chhatrasal Stadium.
In the 74 kg category, Vishal (Mangol) secured second place, while Rahul and Pintu finished third. In the 48 kg category, Rishabh (Kalyanpuri) secured first place and Chetan (East Vinod Nagar) finished second.
In the 86 kg category, Anuj (Kalyanpuri) secured second place. In the girls’ category, Vaishali, Khushi, Palak, and Sneha Barwar qualified for the semifinals in the 57 kg division.
In the 65 kg boys’ category, Sandeep, Sahil, Ishant Kharb, and Tushar Fasawal qualified for the semifinals. In the 72 kg women’s category, Shiksha (Nand Nagri) secured first place, Vandana second, and Rakhi third.
College Basketball Semifinals
The men’s college basketball semifinals under Delhi Khel Mahakumbh 2026 witnessed competitive matches.
In the first semifinal, SGTB Khalsa College defeated Hindu College with a score of 62–58 to advance to the final.
In the second semifinal, Kirori Mal College defeated CVS College 34–23 to secure its place in the final.
The basketball final between SGTB Khalsa College and Kirori Mal College will be played on March 14, 2026.
Women’s College Football Matches Scheduled
Women’s college football semifinals will be held on March 14, 2026 at 1:00 pm at the Kohat Enclave Sports Complex in Pitampura.
The first semifinal will see JMC face Bharti Public School, while JDMC will play against Modern School, Vasant Vihar in the second semifinal.
The winners will compete in the final match later the same day at 3:00 pm at the Lok Vihar Sports Complex football ground.
Other Sports Events
The volleyball finals will take place on March 14, 2026 at 10:00 am at SKV A-Block Janakpuri.
The athletics grand finale is scheduled from March 16 to March 18, 2026 at the East Vinod Nagar Sports Complex, starting daily at 8:00 am.
Delhi’s Education and Sports Minister Ashish Sood said the Delhi Khel Mahakumbh provides a platform for young athletes to showcase their talent and helps promote sports culture across the capital.
He added that the government is committed to supporting athletes through improved sports facilities, training opportunities, and resources so that players from Delhi can achieve success at national and international levels.
