THE MANIPUR GOVERNMENT decided to provide benefits to sportspersons and artistes who have brought laurels to the state and the country.
The announcement was made on the third anniversary of the BJP-led government in the state on Sunday with Chief Minister N Biren Singh declaring that it was “the biggest ever” scheme for the welfare of the sportspersons and artistes of the state.
Around Rs 7.36 crore and Rs 5.70 crore respectively will be required for the newly announced “Chief Ministers Akhannaba Sanaroisingi Tengbang (CMAST)” and “Chief Ministergi Artiste Singgi Tengbang (CMAT)” schemes respectively, a press release issued by the chief minister’s secretariat said.
Under the CMAST scheme, suitable employment in government services would be provided to sportspersons winning medals in international events, on the basis of criteria to be laid down by the state government, the press release quoting the chief minister said.
The scheme would also support the sportspersons for purchasing costly sporting items, Singh said.
Cash awards for Olympians who bag gold, silver, bronze and partipants will be given Rs 1 crore, Rs 75 lakh, Rs 50 lakh and Rs 10 lakh respectively.
