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🏐 Senior National Volleyball Championship | 📅 Date: 04–11 January 2026 | 📍 Venue: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Grand Inauguration Ceremony

Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurating the 72nd Senior National Volleyball Championship

Date: January 4, 2026

Event Highlights

PM Modi addressing the gathering

Team players with dignitaries

Ribbon cutting ceremony

The 72nd Senior National Volleyball Championship was inaugurated with great enthusiasm and participation from teams across India.

72nd Senior National Volleyball Championship

Invitation Presentation

Invitation being presented to Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi

UPVA delegation with Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi

Detailed discussion about the championship

Detailed discussion about the 72nd Senior National Volleyball Championship

An invitation for the 72nd Senior National Volleyball Championship was respectfully presented to Shri Narendra Modi, Hon'ble Prime Minister of India and Member of Parliament from Kashi.

The invitation was extended by Shri Brajesh Pathak, Hon'ble Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and President, Uttar Pradesh Volleyball Association along with Shri Ashok Tiwari, Mayor of Kashi and Chairman of the Organising Committee.

72nd

SENIOR NATIONAL VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

Dr. Sampurnanand Sports Complex, Sigra, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

WELCOME YOU ALL TO THE HOLY CITY OF VARANASI

Championship Details

Dates: 04.01.2026 to 11.01.2026
Teams: Max 18 members (14 Players + 4 Officials)
Entry Closes: 20.12.2025
Draws: 25.12.2025 at VFI Office, Jaipur
Arrival: 03.01.2026
Trophy: Dr. Sivanthi Trophy for winners

Organizing Committee

Chief Patron: Shri Brijesh Pathak (Dy CM, UP)
Organizing Chairman: Shri Ashok Kumar Tiwari
Organizing President: Dr. Abhimanyu Singh
Organizing Secretary: Shri Sarvesh Kumar Pandey
State Secretary: Shri Sunil Kumar Tewari

Previous Championship (71st)

Men's Winner: Rajasthan
Women's Winner: Kerala
Men's Runner-up: Services
Women's Runner-up: Railways
Held at: Guwahati, Assam (Feb 2023)

Download Full Rules & Regulations (PDF) Official document containing all event details, rules, and guidelines

About Us

The Uttar Pradesh Volleyball Association (UPVA) is the official governing body for volleyball activities in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Established under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, UPVA plays a crucial role in promoting, organizing, and managing volleyball at all levels across the state.

Our Mission:

To develop and promote volleyball as a major sport in Uttar Pradesh by providing professional guidance, training opportunities, and organizing tournaments that nurture talent at grassroots and elite levels.

Shri Ramavtar Singh Jakhar

Ex. International Volleyball Player
Ex. Secretary General, VFI

Shri Brajesh Pathak

Honourable Deputy Chief Minister
Govt. of Uttar Pradesh
President, UP Volleyball Association

Shri Sunil Tiwari

Secretary
Uttar Pradesh Volleyball Association

Dr. R. P. Singh

EX. Olympian &
Director, Sports Directorate, U.P. Govt.

Dr. Anandeshwar Pandey

Secretary General,
U.P. Olympic Association

Late Dr. (Major) N.D. Sharma

Ex. General Secretary, U.P.V.A.

Born in 1923, Major Sharma pursued a life dedicated to education, national service, and sports. A scholar, soldier, and sportsman, his impact on Uttar Pradesh volleyball remains unmatched.

Contribution in Education

As founding Head of Commerce at Christ Church College, he mentored generations until 1984. Affiliated with over 22 universities and bodies like ICAI, IGNOU, and UPSC, he authored 16 textbooks still in use.

National Service

A decorated soldier and patriot, Major Sharma served with valor in the Indian Army. His discipline and leadership deeply influenced his civil and sports engagements.

Legacy in Volleyball

As Ex. General Secretary of U.P.V.A., he elevated volleyball across Uttar Pradesh. His tireless work in organizing tournaments, mentoring players, and promoting the sport is remembered fondly.

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