Shillong, Feb 10 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Tuesday termed the distribution of land pattas to settlers of Government Administrative Department (GAD) land in the Tura Town Area as “a great and satisfying moment,” asserting that the initiative reflected the strength of cooperation between the government and the people and was key to inclusive development. Speaking at a programme held at the Nikwatgre Community Hall, the Chief Minister said the issuance of land document…
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Shillong, Feb 6 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Friday said traffic congestion remains one of the biggest challenges facing Shillong and stressed that the government has adopted a long-term, multi-pronged strategy to decongest the city, beginning with the creation of modern parking infrastructure.Inaugurating the state’s first Automated Multilevel Car Park at Vivekananda Road near the Additional Secretariat here, Sangma said that unplanned parking and lack of adequate parking…
Shillong, Feb 5 (IANS) In the wake of the tragic coal mine incident in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills district, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday announced an ex-gratia assistance of Rs 3 lakh from the state government to the next of kin of each deceased labourer.The Chief Minister said the decision was taken as an immediate relief measure for the affected families, even as rescue and investigation efforts continue at the accident site.He reiterated that the state government stands f…
Shillong, Feb 5 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday confirmed that at least 18 bodies of labourers have been recovered so far from a collapsed illegal coal mine at Thangsko in the coal-rich East Jaintia Hills district, even as search and rescue operations continue. Speaking to reporters here, Sangma said the incident occurred earlier in the day when a powerful dynamite blast triggered the collapse of the illegal mine, trapping several workers inside. The explosion report…
Shillong, Feb 5 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic coal mine explosion in East Jaintia Hills district that claimed at least 16 lives and announced a comprehensive inquiry into the incident to fix responsibility.In a statement posted on social media platform X, Sangma conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families and said the state government stands firmly with those affected by the tragedy.“Profoundly saddened by the tragic co…
Imphal, Feb 4 (IANS) Senior BJP leader Yumnam Khemchand Singh is likely to take oath as the new Chief Minister of Manipur at the Lok Bhavan on Wednesday evening, a top official said. A senior Manipur government official said that a few ministers, including one or two Deputy Chief Ministers, are also likely to be sworn in along with the new Chief Minister.“The timing of the swearing-in ceremony and the names of the ministers will be finalised at any moment. Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla will admin…
New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, on Thursday, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and discussed the state’s development progress, future growth roadmap and key areas requiring continued support from the Centre. During the meeting, Chief Minister Sangma thanked Prime Minister Modi for granting time and, on behalf of the people of Meghalaya, expressed heartfelt gratitude for his warm wishes on the occasion of Meghalaya Statehood Day. Chief Minister Sang…
Shillong, Jan 21 (IANS) Meghalaya on Tuesday marked its 54th Statehood Day with the official celebrations being held for the first time at Baghmara in South Garo Hills district, a move seen as a strong statement of the government’s commitment to balanced and inclusive development across the State. The celebrations were held in honour of the founding father of Meghalaya, late Captain Williamson A. Sangma, the State’s first Chief Minister, whose home district hosted the event.The occasion was …
New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended warm greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of Meghalaya’s Statehood Day, lauding its cultural richness, development trajectory and the spirit of its people, while recalling the enduring legacy of late leader P. A. Sangma.In a detailed letter addressed to Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, the Prime Minister described Meghalaya as a land of exceptional natural beauty and vibrant traditions shaped by the Khasi…
Shillong, Jan 19 (IANS) Meghalaya has won three prestigious awards at the 6th Digital Transformation Summit and Awards, held in the national capital, recognising the state’s excellence in geospatial technologies, public service delivery and digital health services, officials said on Monday.A senior official argued that the awards highlight Meghalaya’s growing reputation as a frontrunner in technology-driven governance under the leadership of Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, and reaffirm the …