By Our Reporter
SHILLONG, Aug 22: On the eve of National Sports Day, the government of Meghalaya announces a week-long event of sports and fitness activities across the state between the August 22 and 29. All citizens are encouraged to engage in sporting activities throughout the week.
The theme of the week revolves around – ‘Power of sports to transcend all differences’. The celebration is a part of the larger initiative organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
As a part of the event, The Fit-India Pledge will be recited by participants across the country and Meghalaya will participate through its citizens that take the pledge and promote it on social media.
Multiple events will be hosted across the State, organised by sports associations, schools and district administrations.
Additionally, various departments of the state government will also be participating in sporting activities – football, cycling, walkathons and basketball. The employees will celebrate the week by reporting to work in active wear.
The Government will also be encouraging a Cycle/Walk to Work Day, which will be announced shortly.
Similar events will also be announced and organised by the NYKS and SAI in the state by making arrangement for various events encouraging participation amongst their members and the wider public.
The marquee events organised by the department will be on the August 26h and 29.
On August 26, the ‘Run for Fitness’ event will be hosted in Shillong. A 5 Km circuit beginning at Polo Grounds, the event will include participants of all ages and the entry d is free. Interested runners will have to register through the Office of the District Sports Officer, East Khasi Hills.
On August 29 there will be a short event where cash award will be distributed among the eligible applicants. A short cultural event will be hosted too.
The day will culminate in an exhibition match between the government officers and Honourable MLAs of the State, which will be held at the MFA Ground, a part of the JN Stadium Complex.
Sports Minister, Shakliar Warjri, said, “Sports can bring communities together and help us all strive towards a better world, like a few things can. The National Sports Day is a great reminder of this and I encourage all the residents of Meghalaya to participate in the activities in their own way and spread the joy of sport.”
Schools, Colleges, and individuals interested in learning more about being a part of the movement may get more information on https://fitindia.gov.in/national-sports-day-2023 as well as post pictures of their activities on social media with the Hash-tags: #Sports4Unity #NationalSportsDay #NationalSportsDayMeghalaya #FitIndia #FitMeghalaya