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…
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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 …
Shillong, April 14 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Tuesday chaired a series of high-level review meetings with multiple departments to assess ongoing development initiatives, with a strong focus on urban infrastructure, mobility, and sustainable growth in Shillong, officials said. The meetings, held at the State Guest House in Taraghar, were attended by Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar, Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Wailadmiki Shylla, Chief Secretary Shakil P. A…
Kohima, April 10 (IANS) More than 82.21 per cent of the 22,390 eligible voters exercised their franchise in the by-election to the Koridang Assembly constituency in Nagaland’s Mokokchung district, officials said on Friday. However, this turnout is lower than the 88.06 per cent of 21,740 voters recorded during the 2023 Assembly elections.Nagaland Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Bhagyashree Banayat stated that polling for the by-election was conducted smoothly on Thursday, registering an overall v…
Shillong, April 1 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said on Wednesday that satellite-based internet services through Starlink will have a “transformative impact” on last-mile connectivity in the state, particularly in remote and underserved regions. Speaking after witnessing the signing of a Letter of Intent between the Meghalaya government and Starlink India via video conference, Chief Minister Sangma emphasised that connectivity remains a key challenge despite sustained efforts …
Shillong, April 1 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, on Wednesday, urged students to pursue their passion with determination and adapt to a rapidly evolving technological world, while addressing the Meghalaya IT Awards 2026 ceremony in Shillong. Speaking at the U Soso Tham Auditorium here, Chief Minister Sangma congratulated meritorious students of the 2025 academic year and emphasised that their achievements reflected years of discipline, sacrifice and perseverance. “What you hav…