PM Modi inaugurates 72nd National Volleyball Tournament in Varanasi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 72nd National Volleyball Tournament in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, via video conferencing on 4 January 2026, with teams from 28 states taking part.
Summary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 72nd National Volleyball Tournament in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, through video conferencing on 4 January 2026. Modi, the Member of Parliament from Varanasi, said teams from 28 states had gathered for the championship, presenting a picture of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat'. The Prime Minister also noted that the 2030 Commonwealth Games are set to be held in India and that the country is making strong efforts to host the 2036 Olympics.
Key facts
- Event
- 72nd National Volleyball Tournament
- Venue
- Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
- Inaugurated
- 4 January 2026 by PM Modi via video conferencing
- Participation
- Teams from 28 states
- Context
- India to host 2030 Commonwealth Games; bid efforts for 2036 Olympics
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Which city hosted the 72nd National Volleyball Tournament, inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi on 4 January 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Varanasi
PIB (PMO): the PM inaugurated the 72nd National Volleyball Tournament in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, via video conferencing.
At the 72nd National Volleyball Tournament inauguration (January 2026), PM Modi said India is set to host which multi-sport event in 2030?
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Correct answer: B — Commonwealth Games
PIB (PMO): the PM said the 2030 Commonwealth Games are set to be held in India and efforts are on to host the 2036 Olympics.