16/10/2026
The 2nd State-Level Chief Minister’s Youth Engagement Programme (CMYEP) 2026 concluded on October 16 at the Lariti Performing Centre, Mawkasiang, Shillong, celebrating five days of youth engagement under the theme “Young Meghalaya, Shaping Tomorrow.”
The valedictory ceremony was graced by Shri Conrad K. Sangma, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Meghalaya, in the presence of Shri Marcuise N. Marak, Hon’ble Minister, Department of Housing, Public Health Engineering, Soil & Water Conservation, Government of Meghalaya, and Dr. Shakil P. Ahammed, IAS, Chief Secretary to the Government of Meghalaya.
Also present were Shri Richard Yanthan, IAS, Joint Secretary, Department of Sports and Youth Affairs, Government of Meghalaya, and Chairman, CMYEP; Shri Bobby Wahlang, Youth Officer, Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs, Government of Meghalaya; and the Director, Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs, Government of Meghalaya, along with officials, coordinators, volunteers and over 1,200 young participants from across the State.
Addressing the youth, the Chief Minister encouraged them to step beyond their comfort zones, contribute meaningfully to society and embrace new opportunities. He also announced that Meghalaya will host the North East Youth Festival after the National Games.
Organised by the Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs, Government of Meghalaya, CMYEP continues to nurture youth talent, leadership and cultural exchange, empowering young people to shape a progressive Meghalaya.
