NTPC to set up archery academy in Mizoram

State-run power major NTPC on Monday said it has partnered with the Mizoram government to set up an archery academy in the state at an estimated cost of Rs 13.28 crore. The project will be executed 's Bongaigaon unit, located in Assam's Kokrajhar district, the company said in a statement.NTPC Bongaigaon signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) with the Mizoram State Sports Council (MSSC) to establish the academy at Lengpui in Mamit district as part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives in the Northeast.The project will be implemented over three years, it said.The proposed academy aims to provide dedicated infrastructure for archery training, along with professional coaching, modern equipment and structured opportunities for aspiring athletes.It will focus on identifying promising young archers, improving their technical skills and preparing them for competitions at the district, state and national levels, the statement said.The facility will also provide regular coaching and practice opportunities to encourage participation in archery, particularly among school and college students and emerging athletes from Mizoram and neighbouring areas.The MSSC will be responsible for establishing, operating and maintaining the academy, while NTPC Bongaigaon will provide financial assistance and monitor implementation through periodic reviews and progress assessments.The initiative aims to create a sustainable platform for sports development , the company said. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited . It is published from a syndicated feed.)