Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia highlighted the importance of a practical and outcome-oriented approach to enhance the sports ecosystem in Northeastern states. He proposed the idea of “one sport one state” to bolster sports in the region, focusing on coaching quality, talent scouting, and grassroots competitions. Scindia called for structured tournaments at various levels and the development of discipline-specific case studies for each state.
State Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and Union Minister Scindia co-chaired the 4th High-Level Task Force meeting on promoting sports in the Northeast through video conferencing. The meeting aimed at strengthening sports infrastructure, improving coaching and talent identification mechanisms, and expanding opportunities for young athletes in the region. Participants included officials from various Northeastern states, the DoNER Ministry, and state sports departments.
The Governor commended the vision, emphasizing the significance of focused training, talent development, and local leagues to empower young athletes across the region. The meeting also discussed the need for inclusive opportunities, village-level competitions, and sustainable nurturing of sporting excellence. Mizoram Sports and Youth Services Minister, Secretary of Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Manipur Chief Secretary, and senior officers from the region were among the attendees.
The DoNER Ministry established High-Level Task Forces to identify interventions and strategies for the integrated development of the North East Economic Corridor. These task forces, formed after the 72nd plenary session of the North-Eastern Council presided by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, aim to devise short-term, medium-term, and long-term plans for the region’s progress.
