New Delhi, Jan. 4 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the 72nd National Volleyball Championship on Sunday at noon through video conferencing, with Varanasi hosting the prestigious national-level tournament.

The inaugural ceremony will be held at the Dr Sampurnanand Sports Stadium in Varanasi, marking the start of the week-long tournament, which will run from January 4 to January 11. The prestigious national event will see participation from more than 1,000 players competing across 58 teams representing various States, Union Territories and Institutional Units from across the country.

Officials associated with the event said the tournament is expected to showcase a high level of competition and sportsmanship, while highl...