Gujarat University (GU) has opened its Sardar Patel Sports Complex for regular practice, athletic training and competitive events as part of an initiative to promote sports and physical fitness.
The university has introduced monthly track membership plans ranging from free access for GU students to ₹2,000 for general citizens. Venue rental charges for events range from ₹4,000 to ₹50,000, plus GST.
According to a university circular, students from GU-affiliated colleges and postgraduate departments can use the synthetic athletic track free of charge by showing a valid university ID card and current fee receipt.
In-charge Vice-Chancellor Jagdish Joshi said nominal charges have been fixed for non-GU users to maintain discipline and ensure a safe sporting environment.
Under the new membership structure, school students will be charged ₹1,000 per month, state- and national-level athletes ₹1,500, and general citizens ₹2,000.
The university has also opened its indoor halls, courts and outdoor grounds for external tournaments and corporate sporting events. Session-wise charges for outdoor grounds and specialised indoor halls range from ₹4,000 to ₹11,000 plus GST.
Half-day and full-day bookings for the synthetic track and badminton hall will cost between ₹25,000 and ₹50,000, plus GST.