The much-anticipated 5th Meghalaya Games 2024 in Tura will host over 3000 athletes from across the state, with the East Khasi Hills District having the highest number of participants. Till Monday (January 8, 2024), 670 athletes from East Khasi Hills District had registered for the upcoming games.
Meghalaya Games 2024-ko January-ni 15 tariko, a•songni President Droupadi Murmu, do•ga oe on•anggen aro ia kal•susaaniko January 20 tariko matchotatgen.
Working President of the Meghalaya State Olympics Association (MSOA), John Kharshiing, revealed that, for the first time, the event will feature traditional games representing Khasi, Jaintia and Garo Hills.
In preparation for Meghalaya Games 2024 and the Tura locality beautification project, the Tura Municipal Board announced the temporary closure of the Chandmari Saturday market for two consecutive Saturdays on January 13th and 20th.
In this regard, the GTCC held an important meeting on January 5, 2024, at the MSOA Office, JN Stadium, Polo Grounds to discuss the final details of preparations for the Games in Tura, West Garo Hills District.
Meghalaya Games 2024 is set to make a resounding start as it unveiled its official anthem, “Here We Play,” a harmonious collaboration between Shillong based folk fusion outfit Summersalt and Tura’s NOKPANTE, at Tura on Friday.
The 5th Meghalaya Games is scheduled to take place from January 15 to 20, 2024. This sporting extravaganza will mark its debut in Tura Town in West Garo Hills district.
