The Nepal Police Club Athletics Team is one of the leading forces in Nepal’s national athletics scene, renowned for its consistent performance, athletic discipline, and medal-winning history in track and field events. Operating under the Nepal Police, the club plays a crucial role in developing elite runners, jumpers, and throwers, many of whom go on to represent Nepal in international competitions like the South Asian Games (SAG) and Asian Athletics Championships.

Overview

• Full Name: Nepal Police Club – Athletics Division

• Affiliation: Nepal Police Headquarters, Naxal, Kathmandu

• Founded: 1950s (as part of Police Force’s physical fitness program)

• Base: Police Headquarters, Naxal / National Police Training Academy, Maharajgunj

• Major Events: Track, field, marathon, cross-country, relays

• Rival Teams: Tribhuwan Army Club, APF Club

Mission and Vision

 Mission:

To prepare high-performance athletes who can compete at the highest level while upholding the values of discipline, integrity, and national service.

 Vision:

To remain a top contender in Nepalese athletics, and to nurture police personnel into national-level athletes who inspire fitness and patriotism.

Athletic Disciplines

Nepal Police Club competes across a full range of track and field events:

Track Events

• 100m, 200m, 400m sprints

• 800m, 1500m, 5000m, 10,000m races

• 110m hurdles, 400m hurdles

• 4×100m and 4×400m relays

Field Events

• High jump, long jump, triple jump

• Shot put, discus, javelin throw

Long-Distance & Road Running

• Half-marathon, marathon

• Cross-country and trail running (training in hilly terrains)

Major Achievements

• Consistent podium finishes at the National Athletics Championships and National Games

• Multiple gold medalists in SAG and Asian regional events

• Known for producing fast sprinters and endurance runners with military-grade fitness

Notable Athletes

• Rajendra Bhandari – South Asian Games gold medalist in 1500m

• Tilak Ram Tharu – Elite sprinter known for national 100m/200m records

• Buddha Lama – Long-distance runner with national and international accolades

• Devi Maya Paneru – Prominent female middle-distance runner

Facilities and Training

• Training centers at Police Academy, Maharajgunj, and sports facilities in Naxal

• High-altitude training in Dhading, Nuwakot, and Pokhara regions

• Full-time access to coaches, trainers, dietitians, and physical therapists

Support Structure

• Athletes are full-time police officers with flexible schedules during competition seasons

• Offers job security and post-retirement benefits, attracting top youth talents

National Representation

Police Club athletes frequently represent Nepal in:

• South Asian Games (SAG)

• Asian Athletics Championships

• World Police & Fire Games

• National marathons and open events across South Asia

Recruitment and Development

• Recruits through open sports quotas and departmental recruitment exams

• Scouts talent from national inter-school events and provincial athletics meets

• Offers structured fitness training programs for juniors and probationary athletes

Trivia

• Nepal Police Club is one of the oldest sports teams in Nepal, active since the early post-Rana period.

• Their athletes often double as trainers for youth and women’s athletics development in police schools.

• Police Club’s athletes are known for mental toughness and strategic racing, especially in long-distance events.