Langdi (sport)

Langdi[a] is a traditional South Asian field sport which combines elements of tag and hopscotch.

The teams alternate chasing (attacking) and defending roles in each of the 4 innings of the game, with the chasing team's players restricted to hopping around on one foot, and attempting to score points by tagging as many defenders as possible within the 9 minutes of each inning.

[6] C. N. Vidyamandir, a school in Ahmedabad, encourages participation in traditional sports such as langdi as these cost less money to play and are mentally and physically refreshing for children addicted to the electronic media and games.

[7] According to Mahesh Vichare writing in Maharashtra Times, English medium schools, both secular and those run by Christian institutions, in Mumbai, tend to neglect traditional sports like langdi.

[8] Chauhan, national president of Krida Bharati, has stressed that the organisation would endeavour to revitalise traditional sports like langdi in order to create healthy youngsters.

This recognition results in facilities like concessional railway travel being made available, thus ensuring in growth of the sport.

Video films of the sport being played have been prepared in order raise interest internationally.

[14] The first-ever International Box Langadi Championship was held from 18 to 20 May 2023 in Pokhara, Nepal.

School kids play langdi during a inter-school competition