Jay Shah lays foundation stone for BCCI's state-of-the-art indoor training facilities in North East

In a move to boost cricketing infrastructure and nurture talent across the North-Eastern states of India, Jay Shah, the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), recently laid the foundation stone for the board's upcoming state-of-the-art training facilities in the region. 

This development marks a pivotal step towards uplifting the game in the area and providing world-class resources to budding players. The Northeastern states, including Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Sikkim have been an integral part of the domestic cricket scene since the 2018-19 season.

However, the lack of adequate infrastructure has resulted in a significant challenge for players from these states to hone their skills and reach their full potential. The BCCI's decision to invest in world-class training facilities addresses this long-standing issue and enhances the board's commitment to growing cricket nationwide.

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Big steps towards our vision to enhance cricket infrastructure in the region: Jay Shah

"Honoured to have laid the foundation stone for BCCI's upcoming state-of-the-art indoor training facilities in the North East! Our cricketers from six states - Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Sikkim--will soon benefit from world-class indoor nets, indoor swimming pools, and fitness centers for year-round training options. This, along with the launch of the new pavilion in Mizoram, are big steps towards our vision to enhance cricket infrastructure in the region, Exciting times ahead!" Shah wrote on X.

Honoured to have laid the foundation stone for BCCI’s upcoming state-of-the-art indoor training facilities in the North East! Our cricketers from six states - Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Sikkim—will soon benefit from world-class indoor nets,… pic.twitter.com/8DcO0lOfrh

— Jay Shah (@JayShah) May 20, 2024

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The upcoming training facilities will feature state-of-the-art indoor nets, indoor swimming pools, and fitness centers, providing year-round training options for players from the six northeastern states. These amenities will not only strengthen the technical and physical aspects of the game but also contribute to the overall development of the region's cricketing talent.