Shillong, November 3: The Games Technical Conduct Committee (GTCC) of the 39th National Games Meghalaya 2027 on Tuesday reviewed the state’s preparations to host the prestigious sporting event, holding a series of meetings with government officials and inspecting six competition venues across Shillong. The committee, which is on a visit to Meghalaya from November 2 to 5, conducted its review meetings at the State Guest House, Taraghar, Shillong, to assess the state’s preparedness, technical requirements and operational arrangements for the upcoming Games.
The GTCC delegation is led by Chairperson Sunaina Kumari and comprises members Ravinder Choudhary, Maninder Pal Singh, V. Sunil Kumar and Dushyant Sharma. Working President of the Meghalaya State Olympic Association (MSOA) John F. Kharshiing, Vice President Matsiewdor War Nongbri, IAS (Retd.), and General Secretary Finely L. Pariat were also present.
The day’s proceedings began with a meeting chaired by Commissioner and Secretary of Sports and Youth Affairs Dr. Vijay Kumar D., IAS, during which the committee was briefed on Meghalaya’s preparations to host the 39th National Games. The meeting was also attended by Sports and Youth Affairs Secretary Isawanda Laloo, Joint Secretary Richard Yanthan, Director Alertson Nongbri, Deputy Director Paia B. War Nongbri and In-charge Chief Engineer of the State Sports Council of Meghalaya (SSCM), Pharngki Pale.
During the meeting, the GTCC reviewed various aspects of the state’s preparedness for hosting the National Games in 2027. The committee subsequently held an online meeting with representatives of the North Eastern Region (NER) states, who presented brief overviews of their respective preparations for hosting Games events. This was followed by another meeting focusing on ACT and operational readiness for the National Games.
In the afternoon, the GTCC conducted inspections of six competition venues across Shillong to assess preparations for different sporting disciplines. The committee visited the J.N. Sports Complex, which is designated for athletics, and the Integrated Multipurpose Indoor Hall, which will host basketball events. The delegation also inspected the Shillong Sports Association ground for football competitions and the Shillong Golf Club for golf events.
Additionally, the committee visited the Sports Authority of India centre, which is designated for rugby, fencing and boxing, and the North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) Campus, which will host mountain biking (MTB) cycling events. According to the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs, the committee will continue its review on November 4, focusing on technical systems required for the Games. The GTCC will also conduct further inspections of competition venues in Shillong and Jowai as part of its ongoing assessment of the state’s preparations.
Meghalaya is scheduled to host the 39th National Games in 2027, with the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs, the Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs and the State Sports Council of Meghalaya working towards strengthening sporting infrastructure and ensuring the successful conduct of the event.
