The Ministry of Sports has released a new banner poster for the 2026 Sports Congress.

Sports Ministry today released a special banner poster for the 2026 Krida Mahasabha as part of a new initiative at the national level. This poster has been prepared for the event to be held from 15 to 20 May 2026, which prominently features the country's major sports and young talents. Through the poster, the government aims to motivate sports lovers and promote the national sports spirit. Behind the move is a comprehensive marketing strategy, focusing on both digital and traditional media. Head of the Sports and Youth Department of the Ministry, Dr. R. Emphasizing the importance of this poster, Sharma said that it will not only promote the program but will also become a source of inspiration for the young players. Additionally, the poster incorporates modern design elements as well as traditional Indian symbols, serving as a bridge between cultural heritage and the game.
The banner poster was unveiled at a formal ceremony held at the National Sports Complex in New Delhi today at 10:00 am. The Sports Minister, President of the National Sports General Assembly and representatives of several major sports clubs were present at the ceremony. During the unveiling, the Minister highlighted the key design aspects of the poster and said that it will give a new direction to the visual identity of the event.
An open competition was held for the design of the banner poster, in which more than 200 designers and artists participated. The competition had three categories: traditional, modern and mixed style. The winning design was adopted as the official banner of the National Sports Assembly, and the winners received a prize of Rs 50,000 and national level recognition.
The Sports Meet will be held from 15 to 20 May 2026 at the National Sports Complex in New Delhi, including the Olympics, Asian Games and youth sports events. During the event, 150 banner posters will be displayed across the campus, providing a consistent and inspiring visual experience to participants and audiences. Apart from this, an animated version of the poster will also be shown on digital screens.
This new initiative is expected to increase the participation rate among young sports lovers. Experts believe that an attractive visual identity increases attention towards the event, which also improves ticket sales and sponsorships. Apart from this, recognition and respect for the diverse sports of the country will be promoted through the poster.
Thus, the Sports Ministry aims to take the national awareness and enthusiasm towards sports to new heights by releasing the new banner poster for the 2026 Sports Meet.