Shillong, Mar 26: Meghalaya is set to host yet another national sporting event as the Umiam Sailing Club, in association with the Department of Tourism and the United De Novo Association of Yachting (UDAY), with the inaugural edition of the Indian Sailing League (ISL) from March 27 to 31 at the Orchid Water Sports Complex, Umiam Lake.
The event will bring together a highly competitive field of 182 sailors from eight countries.
Modelled on a franchise-based format, the league will feature 14 teams representing different regions of India, including the home team, Shillong Umiam Navigators. Other participating franchises include Deccan Skippers, Secunderabad Daredevils, Goa Mariners, Chennai Sailing Knights, Pune Peshwas, Vir Cholas, Bhopal Tritons, Vizag Vikings, Lake City Tigers, SailX Gorakhpur, Pondicherry Pirates, Mumbai Meridians and OA SUPER POWER. The roster includes 58 international sailors, adding a strong global dimension to the competition.
The inaugural edition carries a total prize pool exceeding Rs 1.5 crore. Participating teams will compete for rewards of up to Rs 21 lakh, while individual athletes stand to earn prizes of up to Rs 1.5 lakh.
Beyond the competition, the event will offer an immersive experience celebrating adventure, nature, and Meghalaya’s rich cultural landscape.
The five-day event will feature dynamic race formats, testing crews on wind conditions, strategy, manoeuvring and speed.
