Meghalaya hosts first-ever Sports Conclave in Shillong

By  News On Air   Jun 16, 2026

Meghalaya today hosted its first-ever Sports Conclave in Shillong, marking a major milestone in the state’s preparations for the 39th National Games in 2027. Addressing the inaugural session, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said the state’s vision extends beyond hosting the Games and focuses on building a robust sporting ecosystem to identify and nurture grassroots talent.

He said sports are being restructured to create opportunities for youth, promote discipline, and achieve long-term sporting success through strategic planning and investment. Sports Minister Wailadmiki Shylla said the conclave would help shape sports governance, innovation, and athlete development. World Athletics Vice President Dr Adille Sumariwalla stressed the importance of strong systems to convert talent into sustained success. 

During the event, 15 outstanding athletes from six disciplines were honoured with cash awards in recognition of their achievements. The conclave is expected to produce key recommendations to strengthen sports infrastructure, athlete development, and governance in the state ahead of the 2027 National Games.