Northeast States shine at the 37th National Games
The Northeast states of India have always been a hotbed of sporting talent, and the 37th National Games were no exception. Athletes from the region won a total of 139 medals, including 43 gold, 54 silver, and 42 bronze. This is a significant achievement, given that the Northeast states have a relatively small population compared to the rest of the country.
Manipur was the Northeast’s top performer at the National Games, winning a total of 58 medals, including 22 gold, 19 silver, and 17 bronze. This is the highest number of medals that Manipur has ever won at the National Games.
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Manipur’s success is due in part to the strong support that the government provides to sports in the state. The state has several world-class sporting facilities, and it also provides financial assistance to athletes.
Other Northeast states that performed well at the 37th National Games include Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, and Nagaland. Assam won a total of 56 medals, including 14 gold, 20 silver, and 22 bronze. Arunachal Pradesh won a total of 13 medals, including 6 gold, 2 silver, and 5 bronze. Mizoram won a total of 5 medals, including 2 gold and 3 silver. Nagaland won a total of 8 medals, including 1 gold, 3 silver, and 4 bronze. Tripura brought home 1 Silver and Sikkim 1 bronze.
There are a number of factors that have contributed to the success of Northeast states at the 37th National Games. These include a robust sporting culture at the grassroots, active support for sports by the state governments, and a large pool of athletic youths for whom professional sports is a career opportunity.
The future of sports in the Northeast is bright. There is a growing number of young people who are interested in sports, and the government is committed to providing them with the support they need to succeed. With continued investment in sports infrastructure and development programs, the Northeast states can expect to continue to achieve great things at the National Games and other national and international competitions.
The Northeast states of India have a rich sporting tradition, and their athletes are proving that they can compete with the best in the country. With continued support from the government and the sporting community, the Northeast states can expect to achieve even greater success in the years to come.
