Meghalaya Approves Rs 840 Crore Sports Budget, Marking Major Surge

The state government of Meghalaya announced a sports budget of Rs 840 crore for the upcoming fiscal year, a figure that marks a substantial increase over earlier allocations. The announcement was made through an official release by the department of sports, underscoring the administration's focus on enhancing athletic infrastructure and programs. Officials indicated that the heightened funding aims to boost grassroots participation, upgrade facilities, and support talent development across the state. While detailed expenditure plans were not disclosed, the budget surge signals a strategic push to raise Meghalaya's profile in national and regional sporting events. Stakeholders in the sports community have welcomed the move, viewing it as a positive step toward better training resources and competitive opportunities for local athletes.