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Nagaland CM Rio outlines plan to develop sports ecosystem and create jobs
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🗓 25 Aug 2026, 05:03 AM
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Chief Minister Rio announced that Nagaland is initiating a comprehensive sports ecosystem to boost employment opportunities in the state.
Chief Minister Rio of Nagaland said the state is embarking on a systematic effort to build a robust sports ecosystem. The initiative aims to develop infrastructure, nurture talent and attract sporting events, thereby generating direct and indirect employment across the region.
According to the CM, the plan will involve collaboration with private investors, sports bodies and educational institutions to create training centres, stadiums and related facilities. By integrating sports with skill development, the government expects to open new job avenues for youth, especially in coaching, event management and ancillary services.
The announcement comes as part of Nagaland's broader strategy to diversify its economy and leverage sports as a catalyst for growth. Officials indicated that detailed project proposals and funding mechanisms will be outlined in the coming weeks.
Stakeholders, including local athletes and business groups, welcomed the move, citing potential benefits for community health, tourism and the state's visibility on national sporting platforms.
According to the CM, the plan will involve collaboration with private investors, sports bodies and educational institutions to create training centres, stadiums and related facilities. By integrating sports with skill development, the government expects to open new job avenues for youth, especially in coaching, event management and ancillary services.
The announcement comes as part of Nagaland's broader strategy to diversify its economy and leverage sports as a catalyst for growth. Officials indicated that detailed project proposals and funding mechanisms will be outlined in the coming weeks.
Stakeholders, including local athletes and business groups, welcomed the move, citing potential benefits for community health, tourism and the state's visibility on national sporting platforms.