Jowai, Oct 21: Meghalaya Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Wailadmiki Shylla attended the 4th District Table Tennis Championship 2026 as the Chief Guest at Khimusniang Indoor Hall in Jowai.
Organised by the West Jaintia District Table Tennis Association (WJDTTA) under the theme “Keep Playing, Keep Inspiring,” the championship witnessed the participation of 32 players across various categories. The tournament also provided a platform to identify promising players for the upcoming State Championship.
During the event, Shylla appreciated the association’s efforts to promote table tennis in the district and encouraged young athletes to make effective use of government support to develop their sporting talents.
He also emphasized the upcoming National Games in Meghalaya as a significant opportunity for Jaintia Hills to showcase its sporting potential and encourage greater participation in sports among local youth.