Shillong, May 20: The Directorate of Sports & Youth Affairs, Government of
Meghalaya, in collaboration with the Meghalaya Athletics Association, proudly
inaugurated the State Level Inter-School Athletic Meet 2025 today at SAI STC, NEHU
Shillong Campus.
The event, scheduled from May 20″ to 22, marks a significant opportunity for Meghalaya’s young athletes to showcase their talent and determination.
Dignitaries included Shri Richard Yanthan, IAS, Joint Secretary, Sports and Youth Affairs
department, as chief guest, Shri John F Kharshiing, Working President, Meghalaya
State Olympic Association (MSOA) as Guest of Honour, Shri D. D Shira, MCS, Director,
Sports and Youth Affairs department, Government of Meghalaya, Shri Finely Pariat,
General Secretary, MSOA and other senior officials of the Sports Department; Police;
School Authorities; Representatives of the Meghalaya Athletics Association; and
students.
The programme commenced with a ceremonial unfurling marking the official opening of the three day multi sporting event.
In his address, Shri Richard Yanthan, IAS, Joint Secretary stated that, “This event seeks
to recognize the power of sports and athleticism in shaping lives, especially of the
youth.
The government is committed towards building Meghalaya as a centre for
sports excellence in the years to come, for which the government is investing on
infrastructure development, and athlete development which is evident from the
various schemes and policies which are being implemented”.
He stated that this event is a commitment to the roadmap, indicating the efforts of the
government in addressing the importance of promoting sports for the overall
development and well being of the youth of the state.
Shri John F Kharshiing, Working President, MSOA, stated that the event is significant
as Meghalaya prepares to host the 39th National Games in 2027. He termed the
athletic meet as a stepping stone to building a sporting culture.
In his keynote address, Shri DD Shira announced that the state athletic meet
represents the culmination of district competitions, featuring 780 athletes competing across 48 disciplines in various age categories, alongside 36 officials. Additionally, 200 volunteers shall be assisting with the different disciplines.
