In Its Bid To Revive Its Fields, Meghalaya Launches Mini Stadium Upgrade In East Garo Hills

Chasing its ambition to emerge as the sporting hub of the northeast, Meghalaya continues to expand its grassroots-level infrastructure, evidenced by the ₹732 crore Mawkhanu Football Stadium in New Shillong unfolding as India's largest football-exclusive ground. Following this, the CM of Meghalaya laid the first stone for the construction of a mini stadium in Mangsang, along with the upgrading of the Mangsang primary health care centre.

The foundation event was held at the 10th death anniversary of the former Lok Sabha speaker P. A. Sangma, who had a renowned affiliation with the area. The stadium is being planned to be built in Mangsang, East Garo Hills, Meghalaya. CM Conrad K. Sangma announced an official sanction of ₹4.73 crore for the construction. The event was graced by the presence of Rongjeng MLA Jim M. Sangma, members of the community and government officials.

The plan involves upgrading the existing sports facility in Mangsang while revamping the old and dilapidated gallery with next-generation infrastructure. The project shall be implemented under the guidance of the state department of sports and youth affairs.The blueprint aims to improve seating capacity and refurbish the structure to host sports events, regional tournaments and public gatherings.

Special mention here should be made of the 39th National Games in 2027, for which the government has already invested ₹1900 crores to evolve as a major football hub. The state has aimed for the creation of 500 sports facilities by 2028 for increasing regional level participation and building a community accessible arena. Pa Sangma Sports Complex, enabling 9500 seats, is another fruit of this ambition.