Assam Archery

Archery is a one of the favorite adventure sports in Assam. It is a game in which a bow is used to shoot arrows. It is a very interesting game. Assam archery has become very popular in the state. Certain sports clubs have been set up in Assam to teach archery and to take it up as a favorite sport.

Archery is an ancient game in India. The bows and arrows were used for hunting and also during wars as a traditional weapon. In the earlier days, the bow and the arrows meant for archery were made of bamboos. In Assam, this adventure sports is generally held during the winter months. During the competitions, the adventure sports lovers come from all parts of Assam and from outside the state as well. Assam archery not only interests the adventure lovers but also people from other professions to participate in this game.

The archers of Assam performed very well in the thirty third National Game held in Assam in February 2007. Archery as a sports is gradually becoming popular in other Indian states as well. The archers of Assam always steal the lime light in the championships. The Assam archers have made a position of their own in the arena of Indian sports. With its gradual popularity, arching as a sports is receiving support from many private academies associated with sports.

Last Updated on 10 May 2011