Udaya Gold Cup Football Tournament | 06 Mar 2025

Why in News? 

The 4th state level Uday Gold Cup Football Tournament is being organized in Bikaner from 1 March to 7 March 2025 . 

 Key Points  

  • About the tournament: 
    • The tournament is being organised by Master Udaya Club at Pushkarna Stadium under floodlights. 
    • A total of 11 matches will be played in this tournament. 
    • So far 12 teams have entered this tournament.  
      • These include two teams each from Bikaner, Jodhpur, Jaipur and one team each from Sri Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, Kota, Ajmer, Nagaur and Karauli. 

 Bikaner  

  • About: 
    • Bikaner was founded in 1488 AD by  Rathore prince Rao Bikaji . 
    • Located at latitude 28.01°N and longitude 73.9°E. 
  • Geographical Feature : 
    • Desert district located in north-eastern Rajasthan.  
    • There is no river in Bikaner. 
  • Scenic Spots: 
    • Karni Mata Temple : Famous as the Temple of Rats. 
    • Mukam Temple : The main religious place of the Bishnoi sect. 
    • Junagarh Fort : One of the most beautiful forts in Rajasthan. 
    • Bhandshah Jain Temple : Ancient Jain temple located within the city wall. 
    • Lunkaransar - Salt water lake. 
    • Gajner Sanctuary - Famous for Butbat (Imperial Sandgoose, Sand Partridge) bird and wild boar. 
  • Civilizations:  
    • Sothi, Poongal, Dadhatora ancient civilizations are in Bikaner. 
  • Camel Research Centre: 
    • The world's largest camel research and breeding centre is in Bikaner (1984). 
    • Camel festival is organised in Bikaner every year in January .