16/08/2026
16 August 2026: The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the West Bengal State Handball Association (WBSHA) was successfully organised today with the objective of strengthening and promoting handball across all districts of West Bengal. The meeting brought together dignitaries, office-bearers, representatives from different districts, coaches, officials, and other members of the handball fraternity.
The meeting focused on several important issues concerning the development and expansion of handball at the grassroots and district levels. One of the major proposals discussed was the introduction of an Inter-District Handball Tournament on a home-and-away basis(zone wise). Such a system is expected to provide players with more opportunities to compete regularly, gain match experience, and improve their overall performance.
Another important agenda of the meeting was the preparation of the Annual Calendar for State Handball Tournaments for the 2026–27 session. The proposed annual calendar will help ensure systematic planning and smooth organisation of various state-level competitions throughout the upcoming season. Regular and well-planned competitions are essential for identifying talented players and preparing strong district and state teams.
Several distinguished dignitaries and representatives were present at the meeting and shared their valuable thoughts, suggestions, and experiences for the betterment of handball in West Bengal. Their speeches highlighted the importance of developing young players, strengthening district-level activities, increasing regular competitions, and creating better opportunities for athletes, coaches, and officials.
The meeting also provided an important platform for representatives from different districts to exchange ideas and discuss practical challenges related to the growth of handball. Collective participation and cooperation among districts, clubs, coaches, officials, and the state association were emphasised as key factors in taking the sport forward.
The Annual General Meeting concluded on a positive note, with a shared commitment to further strengthen the handball structure across West Bengal. The initiatives discussed during the meeting are expected to contribute significantly to the development of players and competitions and to create a stronger foundation for the future of handball in the state.
The AGM was therefore an important step towards building a more organised, competitive, and progressive handball system across West Bengal for the 2026–27 season.