New Delhi, Delhi, 29th of May 2026 : Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, Raksha Khadse, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting with Shri Wailadmiki Shylla, Meghalaya Minister of Sports & Youth Affairs, and Dr. Vijay Kumar D, Commissioner & Secretary, Government of Meghalaya, to assess ongoing sports and youth development initiatives in the state and explore avenues for strengthening collaboration between the Centre and the State Government.
The meeting was attended by senior officials from the Government of Meghalaya, Sports Authority of India, Meghalaya State Olympic Association and other stakeholders associated with sports and youth development in the state.
During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on Meghalaya’s sports ecosystem, youth engagement initiatives, infrastructure projects and athlete development programmes aimed at strengthening grassroots participation and creating pathways for sporting excellence.
The State Government presented various initiatives being undertaken to support sports clubs, associations and athletes, including grant-based support mechanisms for youth and sports-related activities, targeted youth development schemes and scholarship programmes for athletes. Officials informed that nearly 900 athletes are currently being supported under the State Sports Scholarship Scheme.
Discussions were also held on Meghalaya’s flagship grassroots football initiatives under the Chief Minister’s Football Mission, which draws inspiration from successful South American football development models. Officials highlighted that the initiative currently operates through 125 grassroots centres, supports nearly 10,000 athletes and has contributed towards the emergence of several international footballers from Meghalaya.
The review also covered Meghalaya’s plans for strengthening sports infrastructure in the state, including progress related to Mawkhanu Football Stadium, which is envisioned as one of the largest football stadiums in the region and is being considered as a potential venue for the opening ceremony of the National Games. Infrastructure projects including the Umsawli Sports Complex and the Slalom Course at Umtham were also reviewed during the meeting.
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