Shillong, July 17 (IANS) The Meghalaya government has announced that it would bring a resolution in the State Assembly to formally oppose and prohibit uranium mining, with Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma asserting that his government has never given its approval for such activities in the state. The announcement on Thursday comes amid renewed speculation and media reports over the possibility of uranium mining in Meghalaya, particularly in uranium-rich areas of the state.Clarifying the state gov…
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Shillong, July 14 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Tuesday said the ambitious infrastructure projects coming up in the New Shillong Township are laying the foundation for the state’s future, asserting that investments in modern administrative, commercial and sports infrastructure would improve governance, generate employment and enhance the quality of life of the people. Reviewing the progress of key projects under construction in New Shillong, Sangma directed all executing ag…
Shillong, July 13 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Monday called for continuous administrative reforms driven by small but meaningful changes, saying the ultimate purpose of governance is to improve people’s lives through efficient and citizen-centric public service delivery. Addressing the inaugural session of the two-day National Conference on NEXTGEN Administrative and E-Governance Reforms in Shillong, Sangma said governments must overcome institutional resistance to change…
New Delhi, July 13 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Sunday brought the curtains down at the Pineapple Festival at Dilli Haat in Delhi on a musical note, joining young artistes on stage with a guitar and highlighting the state’s efforts to promote music as a source of livelihood. The Chief Minister performed alongside musicians associated with the Chief Minister’s Meghalaya Grassroots Music Programme (CM-MGMP), turning the closing ceremony into a celebration of Meghalaya’s rich…
New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), in collaboration with the Government of Meghalaya, will organise a two-day National Conference on the theme “NextGen Administrative & e-Gov Reforms” in Shillong on July 13 and 14, bringing together policymakers, administrators, technology experts and governance practitioners from across the country, it was announced on Sunday.Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technolog…
Shillong, July 9 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday directed officials to expedite all ongoing and proposed infrastructure works at Baghmara Civil Hospital in South Garo Hills, stressing that the projects must be completed on priority to ensure reliable and quality healthcare for people in the district. Reviewing the progress of the hospital’s upgradation along with senior Health and Family Welfare Department officials, Chief Minister Sangma said every component of the …
Shillong, July 9 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has reiterated that the state government remains firmly opposed to uranium mining in the state, asserting that its position has been consistently conveyed to both the people of the state and the Central government. The Chief Minister’s remarks on Wednesday came amid fresh concerns raised by the Khasi Students’ Union (KSU), which alleged that certain individuals had recently visited the uranium-rich Domiasiat area to persuade local…
Shillong, July 8 (IANS) Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and MLA Alexander Laloo Hek on Wednesday asserted that the party would contest the 2028 Meghalaya Assembly elections independently, expressing confidence that the party would be in a position to lead the next state government. Addressing mediapersons here, Hek said the BJP has already begun strengthening its organisational network across the state and is working to expand its grassroots presence ahead of the next Assembly electio…
New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Sunday met the Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi and urged the Centre to take into account the unique circumstances of the hill state while dealing with issues relating to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA). Chief Minister Sangma was accompanied by a delegation of senior church and community leaders representing major Christian denominations in Meghalaya, who raised concerns over certain provisions of th…
Shillong, July 3 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Friday said the state’s Performance Grading Index (PGI) ranking in the education sector does not accurately reflect the progress made over the years, asserting that the government has been losing valuable marks due to gaps in reporting by schools rather than shortcomings in performance. Addressing a gathering after laying the foundation stone of the Sohkha Government Higher Secondary School and attending a felicitation programm…