GANGTOK: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) held its executive committee meeting on Wednesday.
Kalyan Chaubey, who was elected president of AIFF in September, said for any nation to develop, grass root development is important.
"I see Sikkim is well planned and original to their love for football," he said.
Sikkim Football Association (SFA) President Menla Ethenpa said this is the first time that AIFF held its meeting in the state and hoped it will boost Sikkim's Football at the national level.
"Thanks to the President for choosing Sikkim because this is a shot in the arm," he said.
Executive members and Chaubey visited Tashi Namgyal Academy (TNA) ground here where 300 new footballers are undergoing a coaching camp.