The Cute-BSPA Sports Carnival 2026 got underway today with a carrom competition at the home of Bangladesh Sports Press Association (BSPA). The two-week sporting festival is sponsored by 'Cute', a popular brand of Moushumi Industries Limited.
National Sports Council Director (sports) and former national footballer Zahid Parvez Chowdhury and Mousumi Industries Limited (Cute) executive director Asma Ashrafi Saklain formally inaugurated the carnival. Speaking as the chief guest on the opening ceremony, Zahid Parvez Chowdhury assured the organisers of all-out cooperation from the government while Asma Ashrafi expressed hope that Cute would continue to contribute to the development of sports in the future.
Former BSPA general secretaries Aminul Haque Mallick and Samon Hossain and lifetime member Selim Nazrul Haque were also present, among others, in the opening ceremony. More than hundred BSPA members are taking part in eight events across 12 disciplines this year.
The events include archery, carrom (singles and doubles), table tennis (singles and doubles), chess, swimming, athletics (100 metres and shot put), card games (Call Bridge and Twenty-Nine), and shooting. All the events will be held at various venues within the Dhaka National Stadium Complex.
The Cute-BSPA Sports Carnival is an annual event that brings together sports enthusiasts and professionals from the press association. It serves as a platform for BSPA members to showcase their talents and foster a spirit of healthy competition. The festival not only promotes physical fitness but also strengthens the bond among the members of the sports press community.
This year's carnival features a diverse range of sports, ensuring that participants can engage in their preferred activities. The inclusion of both traditional and modern sports disciplines reflects the evolving nature of sports in Bangladesh. The Dhaka National Stadium Complex, a premier sports venue, provides an ideal setting for these events, offering state-of-the-art facilities and a conducive environment for competition.






























