MUMBAI: The Brihanmumbai Police Commissionerate hosted the 36th Maharashtra State Police Games 2026, which took place take place at Kalina Santacruz East from April 20 to April 27, 2026. This prestigious multi-sport event brought together approximately 3,700 participants, including male and female athletes, referees, and officials from various police units across the state.
Event Details and Venues The competition featured 18 different sporting disciplines, including athletics, football, volleyball, handball, basketball, kho-kho, kabaddi, taekwondo, wushu, judo, wrestling, boxing, hockey, weightlifting, powerlifting, bodybuilding, cross-country, and swimming.
The matches held at several prominent locations across the city, including:
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Police Headquarters, Kole Kalyan, Kalina
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Armed Police Marol
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Mumbai University Campus, Kalina
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Mumbai Hockey Association (MHA) Ground, Churchgate
Additionally, a shooting competition for senior police officers held on April 26, 2026, at the Force One Shooting Range, S.R.P.F. Group 8, Goregaon.
Ceremonies and Dignitaries The grand inauguration ceremony will be held on April 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM at the Armed Police Ground, Kole Kalyan, Kalina. This grand event inaugurated by the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis
The concluding ceremony is scheduled for April 27, 2026, at 4:15 PM at the same venue.
On Conclusion Ceremony Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis graced the occasion as the chief guest for the closing festivities. Director General of Police Maharashtra, Sadanand Date, Deven Bharti Mumbai Police Commissioner along with other senior officials and other dignitaries, were also present.
Highlighting the evolving nature of modern crime, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday emphasized that the state police force must equip itself with greater preparedness to tackle the rising challenges of cyber and economic offenses.
Speaking at the concluding ceremony and prize distribution of the 36th Maharashtra State Police Games-2026 held at the Armed Police Headquarters in Kalina, Fadnavis praised the force’s dedication.
“The Maharashtra Police is one of the most professionally competent forces in the country. Their contribution to maintaining law and order is invaluable, and they play a pivotal role in the state’s industrial and economic progress,” he stated.
Launch of ‘Mahachatur’ AI Chatbot
A major highlight of the event was the inauguration of the ‘Mahachatur’ AI Chatbot, a revolutionary initiative by the Department of Skill, Employment, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation.
Purpose: To provide a single platform for Maharashtra’s youth to access skill training, employment opportunities, and entrepreneurship guidance.
Significance: Fadnavis noted that this is the first state-led initiative of its kind in India. He expressed confidence that the chatbot would bridge the gap between education and employment, providing industries with a skilled workforce instantaneously.
Celebrating Athletic Excellence
Despite the intense heat, the police athletes demonstrated exceptional spirit. Fadnavis congratulated the Mumbai Police for their successful organization of the games and lauded the participants for their sportsmanship.
Key Highlights of the Games:
Overall Winners: The host Mumbai team secured the title for the best performing team in both Men’s and Women’s categories.
New Records: * Nikita Khatal (Pune City) set a new record in the Women’s 100m sprint.
Chaitanya Marde (Kolhapur) established a new record in the Men’s 100m sprint.
The event saw the presence of several high-ranking officials, including Cultural Affairs Minister Adv. Ashish Shelar, Skill Development Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Minister of State for Home (Rural) Dr. Pankaj Bhoyar, and Director General of Police Sadanand Date, among
