Shillong, May 7 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday reaffirmed the state government’s vision of transforming Shillong into the “football capital of India” while launching the 2026 football season of the Shillong Sports Association. Launching the new season at the Shillong Sports Association Ground in Shillong, the Chief Minister said the government was committed not only to strengthening sports infrastructure but also to creating opportunities for young footballers…
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Shillong, May 6 (IANS) All recognised political parties in Meghalaya, except the Voice of the People Party (VPP), attended an all-party meeting convened by the state government on Wednesday to discuss the findings and recommendations of the Expert Committee on the State Reservation Policy.The meeting was chaired by senior Meghalaya government officials and focused on presenting the key observations, legal aspects and constitutional implications contained in the committee’s report.Speaking to r…
Shillong, May 6 (IANS) The Department of Tourism, Government of Meghalaya, will organise the Shillong Literary Festival 2026 – New Delhi Prelude on May 8 and 9 at Bikaner House in the national capital, officials said on Wednesday.The two-day prelude event is being positioned as a curtain-raiser to the main Shillong Literary Festival and aims to celebrate literature, culture, dialogue and creative exchange while showcasing Meghalaya’s growing prominence as a cultural and creative hub.Launched…
Shillong, May 6 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Wednesday said that tourism in the hill state can succeed only when all stakeholders work together as part of a larger ecosystem, asserting that the government is focused on building Meghalaya into a globally recognised tourism destination. Addressing the “Empowerment of Tourism Champions of Meghalaya” programme at Orchid Lake in Umiam, Sangma said tourism cannot thrive through the efforts of the government or individual sta…
Shillong, May 2 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Saturday said that investment in youth and sports infrastructure is the “greatest investment” for the future of the state, as he inaugurated an upgraded playground and indoor sports stadium at Umlyngka.The improved playground and indoor sports stadium were inaugurated in the presence of R.V. Lyngdoh, Hamletson Dohling, officials of the Sports Department, members of local dorbar shnong bodies, and residents of the area.Addres…
Shillong, May 2 (IANS) Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Saturday lauded the Dorbar Shnong of Madanriting, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, for its community-driven initiatives, saying that recognising the contributions of people from all walks of life can make a meaningful difference in society. In Meghalaya, the Dorbar Shnong is a traditional village or locality council that plays a key role in community governance, particularly among the Khasi and Jaintia communities.Headed by a Ra…
Shillong, April 21 (IANS) Emphasising that the most powerful transformation society needs is a change in mindset, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Tuesday said that inclusivity begins with how people perceive and treat individuals with special needs. Attending the Silver Jubilee celebration of the Montfort Teacher Training College for Special Education at Danakgre, Tura, the Chief Minister highlighted the institution’s pioneering role in shaping inclusive education in the North …
Shillong, April 20 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Monday rolled out a multi-scheme agricultural support package for farmers in Tura, emphasising that over 70 per cent of households in the state depend on agriculture and that government interventions in the sector directly impact livelihoods. The initiative was unveiled during an input distribution programme organised by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and the Directorate of Horticulture at SMELC, aime…
Shillong, April 18 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Saturday laid the foundation stone for a multi-facility building at Dakopgre in West Garo Hills, describing the project as a “long-cherished aspiration” of the local community and reaffirming the government’s focus on inclusive development. Addressing a gathering of community members, officials, and local leaders, Sangma said the project symbolises the transformation underway in the state over the past eight years. …
Shillong, April 17 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Friday welcomed the Women’s Reservation Bill as a significant step towards strengthening democratic representation, expressing optimism that Meghalaya could gain additional seats in Parliament following the proposed delimitation exercise. The Centre introduced three bills in the Lok Sabha on April 16, including measures to amend provisions related to women’s reservation and to set up a delimitation commission.Reacting to …