National Games 2027 in Meghalaya Will Set New Benchmark: Dr Mansukh Mandaviya; ₹150-Crore High-Altitude Training Centre Announced in Meghalaya

• The 39th National Games are scheduled to be hosted by Meghalaya in 2027, with some events spread across other North-Eastern states.
• Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya announced a ₹150-crore High-Altitude Training Centre (HATC) for Meghalaya and inaugurated a Multipurpose Integrated Sports Indoor Hall in Shillong on 30 May 2026.
• Marks the first time a North-Eastern state will host the National Games, aligning with the "Ashtalakshmi" framing of NE development and Khelo India infrastructure push.