Dasharath Rangasala, located in Tripureshwor, Kathmandu, is the largest stadium in Nepal, boasting a seating capacity of 15,000 spectators. Named after Martyr Dasharath Chand, this multi-purpose stadium was initially constructed in 1956 and has since undergone several renovations to modernize its facilities. It serves as the primary venue for major national and international sports events, including football and athletics.
The stadium is equipped with various amenities such as floodlights for night matches, a well-maintained grass pitch, and dedicated seating arrangements for VIPs. Additionally, it features an athletics track, electronic scoreboard, dressing rooms, a press box, ample parking, restrooms, medical facilities, and concession stands. Dasharath Rangasala has a rich history and continues to be a central hub for sporting activities in Nepal, hosting significant events like the South Asian Games and numerous football tournaments.
Built in 1956 over a large lotus pond, Dasharath Rangasala has witnessed significant events, including the tragic 1988 Kathmandu stadium disaster. Renovations took place in 1998 for the South Asian Games and again in 2011 for the AFC Challenge Cup. The stadium hosted Bryan Adams' first rock concert in Nepal in 2011 and has been the site for numerous cultural festivals and sporting events. After suffering damage in the April 2015 earthquake, it was renovated for the third time and reopened on December 1, 2019, for the South Asian Games. However, in March 2024, Nepal's national team had to relocate their home games to the Middle East as the stadium failed to meet FIFA standards.
