Shillong, Nov 6: Meghalaya has formally proposed to host competitions across 39 sporting disciplines at the 39th National Games 2027, with the Games Technical Conduct Committee (GTCC) expressing confidence in the state’s preparations following a four-day inspection visit from November 2 to 5.
The five-member GTCC, led by Chairperson Sunaina Kumari, inspected sporting venues and accommodation facilities in Shillong and Jowai, and held meetings with various government departments and stakeholders to assess the state’s preparedness for the Games.
Speaking at the conclusion of the visit, Kumari said the committee was encouraged by the progress of infrastructure development and the coordination among various government departments and stakeholders involved in the preparations.
“We are confident, based on the venues and accommodation facilities we have seen, that these are going to be very successful Games. We will visit other venues in the coming months, but what we have seen so far is very promising and positive,” she said.
Kumari said the committee was particularly pleased with the development work underway at various sporting facilities and the cooperation extended by the state government and other stakeholders.
“We have had quite a few meetings with different government departments, the Sports Department and various stakeholders. The good thing is that everybody here is on the same page. Everyone shares the same objective of making these Games successful,” she said.
She added that the GTCC would continue to visit Meghalaya more frequently on behalf of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to monitor preparations and assess the readiness of venues.
“This is our first visit, and we will be coming back more often in the future. We will also visit the remaining venues during our subsequent visits,” Kumari said.
The state has proposed 39 sporting disciplines for the Games, although the final list of events and venues is subject to approval and confirmation by the IOA.
The 39th National Games are proposed to be held from March 10 to 30, 2027. Meghalaya is preparing to host the competitions across multiple locations, with some disciplines also expected to be held in other Northeastern states.
