Northeast Desk, 21st May: Chief Minister Pema Khandu expressed gratitude to BCCI Secretary Jay Shah for inaugurating the foundation stone of a cutting-edge training facility in the Northeast, aimed at nurturing cricketing talent from Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Sikkim.
Khandu hailed the initiative as a significant boost to the region’s cricketing capabilities, envisioning the emergence of cricketing stars from the newly established center. Taking to X, he shared his excitement for the prospect of cricket gaining popularity in the Northeast, thanks to the state-of-the-art infrastructure.
In his statement, Khandu said, “Grateful to Honorary Secy Shri Jay Shah for laying the foundation stone for BCCI’s state-of-the-art training facility in the North East. The upcoming infrastructure will provide training to budding cricketers and also make the game loved by the nation popular in the North East. I eagerly look forward to the rise of cricketing stars from this center.”
On X, Shah elaborated on the comprehensive facilities planned for the six states, including world-class indoor nets, indoor swimming pools, and fitness centers. These amenities are designed to offer year-round training opportunities for cricketers, enhancing their preparation and performance on the field.
“Honoured to have laid the foundation stone for BCCI’s upcoming state-of-the-art indoor training facilities in the North East! Our cricketers from six states – Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Sikkim – will soon benefit from world-class indoor nets, indoor swimming pools, and fitness centers for year-round training options. This, along with the launch of the new pavilion in Mizoram, are big steps towards our vision to enhance cricket infrastructure in the region. Exciting times ahead!” tweeted Shah.
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