New Delhi: Actor and football enthusiastic John Abraham, along with Mandar Tamhane, CEO of Northeast United FC, called the minister of communication and development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya M Scindia here to Sanchher Bhavan here.
The meeting exploits the immense sports capacity of the Northeast and the ability to nurture football talent from the region. Emphasizing the priority of the Modi government of youth empowerment through sports, Scindia confirmed the ministry’s commitment to convert the North into a rich center for sports excellence.
Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Scindia is actively trying to invest the Northeast in the development of the Northeast as the next sports powerhouse of India, identify talent and create institutional support for young athletes across the region.
A pleasure to meet @Thejohnabraham Together @Mandartamhane1CEO of Northeast United FC.
Always involvement with someone who shares a drive to support a deep passion and scout, size and young talents for sports, especially in the Northeast, which is fast … pic.twitter.com/IBRF07NWM00– Jyotiraditya M. Scindia (@jm_Scindia) June 18, 2025
One of the eight high-level work forces constituted by the Ministry focuses on a particular game, and the governor of Manipur Amit Kumar Bhalla is presided over. Minister Scindia recently attended a major meeting of the Task Force in Manipur, which was held in the presence of Chief Ministers and Senior Officers participating in the North Eastern states to carry forward an integrated regional sports development strategy as per the press release.
In his tweet, Scindia appreciated the initiative under the leadership of Abraham, focusing on scouting and supporting sports talents from North Eastern states.
“The joy of meeting @Thejohnabraham with Northst United FC CEO @Mandartamahne 1. Always join a person who joins a deep passion for sports and a deep passion for the game, shared a deep passion for the game, especially in the north -east, which has been in the north -especial Is a big success in taking Indian football to new heights.
John Abraham shared his passion for football and “his inspirational dreams of searching for Messi or Ronaldo from India,” put more emphasis in the government’s tireless efforts in making India’s next generation of sports icons northeast. Both exchanged ideas on fitness and according to the press release, on the importance of promoting the culture of health and athleticism among the youth of India.
