Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio Announces Cash Incentives for Medal Winners in ‘Northeast Olympics

GG News Bureau

Kohima, 28th Oct. Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio announced cash incentives for those who win medals for the state in the upcoming second ‘Northeast Olympics.’

Nagaland is sending the largest contingent of 305 athletes to the games, which will be held in Shillong from November 10 to November 16.

Rio, who is also the president of the Nagaland Olympic Association (NOA), announced Rs 50,000, Rs 25,000, and Rs 10,000 awards for gold, silver, and bronze medals at the send-off ceremony on Thursday.

“The Northeast Olympics will be a launching pad for each of you and will provide you with opportunities to grow. We believe in you all and want you to do well,” he said.

Rio stated that the state government is working to improve sports infrastructure in the state.

Nagaland has the largest contingent in the games, according to NOA secretary general Abu Metha.