Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the state's first cricket museum on Monday at the Barsapara ACA Stadium in Guwahati [1, 2].

The opening of the museum marks a formal effort to preserve the sporting heritage of the region. By documenting the evolution of the game in the state, the facility aims to inspire future generations of athletes, and provide a centralized archive of the Assam Cricket Association's contributions to the sport [1, 2].

During the event, Sarma also unveiled a documentary titled "The Golden Innings: Legacy of Assam Cricket" [1, 2]. The film serves as a companion to the museum, detailing the historical milestones and the growth of the game within the state's borders [1, 2].

The museum is located within the Barsapara ACA Stadium complex, a primary hub for cricket in the region [1, 2]. The initiative is designed to celebrate the history of the sport and ensure that the legacy of early players and administrators is not lost to time [1, 2].

Sarma said the project is intended to celebrate and preserve the cricket history of Assam [1, 2]. The facility will house artifacts and records that trace the journey of the sport from its early introduction to its current professional status in the state [1, 2].

“Guwahati gets first cricket museum”

The establishment of a dedicated sports museum indicates a strategic move by the Assam government to institutionalize its sporting identity. By linking the physical museum with a documentary, the state is leveraging multimedia storytelling to build a cultural brand around cricket, potentially increasing the region's appeal for future international fixtures and youth talent development.