Bhubaneswar, Feb. 10 -- The state government will construct stadiums in all 314 blocks of Odisha to strengthen sports infrastructure at the grassroots.

The state government has allocated Rs 4,124 crore for this purpose. The Odisha Cabinet led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi recently approved a proposal in this regard, said Sports and Youth Services Minister Suryabanshi Suraj at a presser at Kalinga Stadium here today.

"Each stadium will come up on around 8 to 10 acres of land. This move is expected to significantly boost sports culture and nurture young talent from rural areas," added the Minister.

According to the proposed master plan, the stadiums will have dedicated facilities for various sports such as football, cricket, athle...