Guwahati: Football fever is set to sweep Assam as the state government prepares to launch dedicated FIFA World Cup 2026 fan parks in Guwahati and Dibrugarh, allowing supporters to watch live matches together on giant screens.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the initiative, titled CM FIFA Fan Park, is being organised by the Assam Tourism Development Corporation (ATDC) to create a vibrant community viewing experience during the global football tournament.
The first fan park will open at Latasil Playground in Guwahati on June 29, followed by another at Chowkidingee Field in Dibrugarh on June 30. Both venues will screen FIFA World Cup matches live, allowing fans to enjoy the tournament in a festive atmosphere alongside fellow football enthusiasts.
The initiative is aimed at encouraging collective celebrations of the world’s biggest football event while providing accessible venues for supporters who wish to experience the matches in a stadium-like setting.
Sharing the announcement on the social media platform X, the Chief Minister invited football lovers from Assam and other parts of the country to visit the fan parks and be part of the celebrations. He said the opportunity to cheer for his favourite teams with hundreds of fellow fans would make the World Cup experience even more special.