By Our Reporter
SHILLONG, May 28: Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya will undertake a three-day visit to Shillong, from Friday till May 31.
During his visit, the Minister will participate in a series of programmes related to youth affairs, sports infrastructure development, and review of centrally sponsored schemes in the state.
He will also attend the Chintan Shivir organised by Department of Youth Affairs. Meghalaya Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Wayladmiki Shylla and other senior officials will also be present.Dr. Mandaviya will also inaugurate the Integrated Multipurpose Indoor Sports Complex in Shillong on May 30 along with Chief Minister of Meghalaya Conrad K. SangmaThe Integrated Multipurpose Indoor Sports Complex, being developed at a project cost of Rs 132.9 crore, is designed as a modern multi-functional sports facility capable of hosting disciplines such as basketball, badminton and volleyball, besides other indoor sporting events.
The complex is also envisioned as a key venue for the National Games and will include integrated infrastructure such as multipurpose halls, auditorium, banquet facilities,etc. The Host State Contract for the 39th National Games 2027 will also be signed with Meghalaya in the presence of senior dignitaries and representatives of the Indian Olympic Association.The Union Minister will further chair the review meeting for preparations related to the 39th National Games 2027.
The meeting will include presentations and discussions involving officials from Meghalaya and representatives from other Northeastern states.As part of the visit, Dr. Mandaviya will also inspect the Umsawli Sports Complex in Shillong, including the aquatics and tennis facilities, to review ongoing sports infrastructure development in the state.
The Union Minister will additionally review the implementation and progress of centrally sponsored schemes in Ri-Bhoi district of Meghalaya under the Poorvottar Sampark Setu initiative on 31st May.
