State-run power major NTPC will invest Rs 13.28 crore to establish an archery academy at Lengpui in Mizoram’s Mamit district to promote sports and train young athletes. The project, being implemented under the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, aims to identify grassroots talent and provide aspiring archers with professional training and modern facilities.
NTPC Bongaigaon, located in Assam’s Kokrajhar district, has partnered with the Mizoram government to develop the academy. The company signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) with the Mizoram State Sports Council (MSSC) for the project, according to an NTPC statement.
The academy will be developed over three years and is expected to create better opportunities for young people interested in archery. It will provide dedicated training infrastructure, professional coaching, modern equipment and regular practice sessions.
The initiative will focus on identifying talented young archers, improving their technical skills and preparing them for competitions at the district, state and national levels. School and college students, emerging athletes from Mizoram and young sportspersons from neighbouring areas are also expected to benefit from the facility.
Under the agreement, the Mizoram State Sports Council will be responsible for establishing, operating and maintaining the academy. NTPC Bongaigaon will provide financial assistance and monitor the project’s progress through periodic reviews and assessments.
The project is part of NTPC Bongaigaon’s CSR efforts to support sports development in the northeastern region. By creating a dedicated training centre, the initiative aims to give young athletes access to structured coaching and the facilities needed to improve their performance.The academy is also expected to help connect promising grassroots archers with competitive opportunities and encourage wider participation in the sport.
With an investment of Rs 13.28 crore, the project seeks to build a sustainable platform for archery training in Mizoram. Its long-term objective is to help young athletes develop their skills and prepare for higher-level competitions.The initiative highlights the role of corporate social responsibility in supporting sports infrastructure and creating opportunities for emerging talent in the Northeast.
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