SHILLONG: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday handed over scholarships under the Chief Minister’s Sports Scholarship Scheme to 44 athletes across 10 disciplines at a send-off ceremony for Team Meghalaya. The team will be participating in the Khelo India Games 2025 to be held in Bihar from May 4 to 15, 2025.
The scheme aims to support and nurture sporting talents in the state. In the last six years, the government has made investments in sports infrastructure and policy interventions to promote the sporting ecosystem. The new scheme will further facilitate athletes for national excellence and also lay the groundwork for the state to host the National Games in 2027.
Speaking on the occasion, the chief minister said, “These scholarships recognize the hard work and dedication of our athletes, encouraging them to strive for greater achievements and bring pride to Meghalaya and the nation.”
Reminding the gathering of the scenario, when the MDA government took over the reins in 2018, he stated that the state’s sporting scenario was marred by a lack of policy, inadequate infrastructure, and minimal financial support.
"The government took bold steps, including the revival of the Meghalaya Games—held only twice in 48 years until 2019. The games are now being conducted on a rotational basis across districts, fostering inclusive participation and discovering grassroots talent,” the chief minister said.
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