2nd Edition of Odisha TSAF Sport Climbing HPC Summer Camp 2026 Begins at Kalinga Stadium
• 60 Young Climbers Participate in Intensive Training Programme
By C.R.Beura
Bhubaneswar, May 07 : The Odisha Tata Steel Adventure Foundation (TSAF) Sport Climbing High Performance Centre (HPC), in association with Department of Sports and Youth Services (DSYS) Government of Odisha, has officially commenced the second edition of the Summer Camp 2026 at the Climbing Wall, Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar. Scheduled from May 5 to May 19, 2026, the camp has drawn 60 enthusiastic young climbers, reflecting the growing popularity of sport climbing among youth in the state.
The camp commenced on an energetic note with the inaugural ceremony attended by distinguished guests, including Dr. Saswat Rout, Assistant Director, Officer on Special Duty (OSD) Department of Sports and Youth Services DSYS; Subhrajit Sahoo, Assistant Manager, Department of Sports and Youth Services (DSYS) and Vishnu M. Nair, Program Manager, Odisha Naval Tata Hockey HPC. Addressing the participants, the dignitaries highlighted the importance of structured training and the growing opportunities in emerging sports disciplines.
Over the next two weeks, participants will undergo intensive training sessions focused on climbing techniques, strength and conditioning, agility, and overall skill development under expert supervision. The camp is designed to provide young climbers with a strong technical foundation while nurturing future talent in sport climbing.
Building on the success of its inaugural edition, the second edition of the Summer Camp marks another significant step in Odisha TSAF Sport Climbing HPC and DSYS Odisha’s continued efforts to promote adventure sports and strengthen the sporting ecosystem in the state.
With high enthusiasm and active participation, the camp promises to offer an engaging and enriching learning experience for all attendees.
