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Meghalaya govt grants over 39cr to sports orgs ahead of Nat'l Games '27

Shillong: As preparations are in full swing for the 39th National Games to be hosted by Meghalaya in 2027, the state govt organised a special event titled 'Grants-in-Aid for Team Preparation' at the state convention centre here on Tuesday. As part of the Team Meghalaya initiative, a total grant of Rs 39,17,64,000 was sanctioned to 26 state sports associations and MSOA to support structured training and preparation. "For the first time in the country's history, a state govt is directly providing grants-in-aid funds to Shillong sports associations," CM Conrad Sangma said. The event is part of a broader effort by the department of sports and youth affairs to bolster Meghalaya's sporting ecosystem through targeted schemes and support mechanisms aimed at motivating and empowering athletes. You Can Also Check: Guwahati AQI | Weather in Guwahati | Bank Holidays in Guwahati | Public Holidays in Guwahati Reaffirming the govt's vision to transform the sports ecosystem in Meghalaya, Sangma said, "Looking back at this journey, which has been filled with a lot of excitement and challenges, we have seen incredible momentum in the sports sector.... I can clearly see a huge difference in how sports is growing in our state". He highlighted key infrastructure initiatives worth Rs 1,900 crore, including the construction of nearly 50 artificial turfs across Meghalaya — the highest number in any state — and the development of synthetic track and field facilities, the largest in the Eastern region. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Speaking about Meghalaya's role as host of the 39th National Games, he described it as a historic moment — the largest event ever to be held in the state and emphasised the need to put in all efforts to make the Games a national benchmark in excellence. The CM also shared plans to work closely with the tourism department to promote home-stays and boutique hotels for hosting athletes, thereby fostering local entrepreneurship and boosting tourism infrastructure. He also pushed for the athletes to target winning at least 50 medals in the 39th National Games.