Meghalaya: North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited (NEEPCO) has signed a Deed of Agreement to construct a new sports facility at Dadenggre in West Garo Hills District, Tura, Meghalaya, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives for FY 2026-27.
The agreement, signed on September 30, 2026, will support the development of grassroots sports infrastructure and provide local youth with better facilities for year-round sporting activities.
NEEPCO Signs Deed of Agreement for Sports Facility
The Deed of Agreement was signed by Vibhor Aggarwal, IAS, Deputy Commissioner, West Garo Hills District, with officials from NEEPCO.
Saurabh Suman, IAS, Assistant Commissioner, West Garo Hills District, was also present during the signing ceremony.
The project is part of NEEPCO’s broader CSR programme for FY 2026-27 and focuses on strengthening sports infrastructure in the Garo Hills region.
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New Badminton Court and All-Weather Canopy to Be Built
The proposed Sports Facility Centre at Dadenggre will include key infrastructure for badminton and other sporting activities.
The project includes:
- Construction of a new Badminton Court
- Construction of a dedicated all-weather canopy
The canopy is intended to enable sporting activities throughout the year and provide protection from weather conditions.
NEEPCO Focuses on Grassroots Sports and Youth Development
Through the initiative, NEEPCO aims to provide local athletes and young people with improved access to sports infrastructure.
The project is expected to support:
- Development of grassroots sports talent
- Greater participation of local youth in sports
- Healthy and active lifestyles
- Skill development among aspiring athletes
- Better opportunities for young people to pursue sports
By investing in sports facilities in the Garo Hills region, NEEPCO is seeking to create long-term opportunities for local youth and encourage greater participation in organised sporting activities.
Project Part of NEEPCO’s FY 2026-27 CSR Programme
The sports facility project forms part of NEEPCO’s CSR programme for FY 2026-27 and reflects the company’s continued engagement with communities across the North Eastern region.
The initiative adds to NEEPCO’s community-focused activities aimed at supporting local development and creating facilities that can benefit residents over the long term.
Construction-related activities are expected to progress in the coming months following the signing of the agreement.
NEEPCO Sports Facility Project: Key Details
- Company: North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited (NEEPCO)
- Project: Sports Facility Centre
- Location: Dadenggre, West Garo Hills District, Tura, Meghalaya
- Agreement: Deed of Agreement
- Date: September 30, 2026
- Key facility: New Badminton Court
- Additional facility: All-weather canopy
- Programme: NEEPCO CSR FY 2026-27
- Focus: Grassroots sports and youth development
- Deputy Commissioner: Vibhor Aggarwal, IAS
- Assistant Commissioner: Saurabh Suman, IAS
About NEEPCO
North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited (NEEPCO) is a public sector power company under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. The company is engaged in the generation of electricity through hydropower and thermal power projects, with a major presence in India’s North Eastern region. NEEPCO also undertakes community development initiatives through its CSR programmes.
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