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Addressing the participants, Deputy Commissioner Vibhor Aggarwal highlighted the importance of competitive sporting events in helping students assess their abilities, gain experience and develop a stronger competitive spirit. With Meghalaya set to host the National Games in the coming months, he encouraged the young athletes to set ambitious goals and aspire to compete at national and international levels. He also said the National Games would provide Meghalaya’s young sportspersons with valuable opportunities to witness and interact with leading athletes from across the country. Such exposure, he noted, could inspire students to pursue sports seriously and emerge as athletes of the future.

Speaking at the inaugural programme, John F. Kharshiing appreciated the strong participation from schools and acknowledged the presence of district-level sports association representatives. He pointed to the changes in Meghalaya’s sports sector since 2019, particularly following the introduction of the Meghalaya Sports Policy 2019, which was notified after a historic Cabinet meeting held in Tura in December 2019. He said the policy provides a structured pathway for athletes from the school level towards state-level competition, while also offering provisions such as cash incentives and scholarships. He further highlighted the revival of the Meghalaya Games in 2020 and encouraged students to use available sporting opportunities and facilities to develop their potential. He also spoke about the High Performance Programme and the support available for developing athletes, urging the young participants to put in their maximum effort and remain committed to their sporting goals. He expressed hope that competitions such as the district-level inter-school games would help identify and nurture future champions from the region