Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma calls on FM Nirmala Sitharaman, seeks special central assistance

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma along with Speaker Metbah Lyngdoh has called on Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Delhi and sought assistance from the Centre for funding different projects under the “Special Central Assistance”. During his visit, the Chief Minister briefed Union Minister on the progress of works related to the Water Supply […]

Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma invites LS Speaker Om Birla to visit state

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Monday called on Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla in Delhi and informed him about the progress of construction of the new state Assembly building and invited him to visit the hill state, officials said. The chief minister was accompanied by state Assembly Speaker Metbah Lyngdoh. “Apprised him on […]

Meghalaya govt pursuing ILP issue vigorously with Centre: Conrad Sangma

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has reiterated that the state government is vigorously pursuing the Inner Line Permit (ILP) issue with the Centre. The chief minister said this while reacting to Governor Satya Pal Malik’s statement on the issue. Sangma, however, said that the Governor’s opinion is crucial for guiding the state while pursuing both […]

“Lahkmen Rymbui won’t be dropped”: Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Friday made it clear that Lahkmen Rymbui will not be removed from the post of State home minister. The Chief Minister said this in response to coalition partner BJP demanding Rymbui’s resignation for allegedly failing to curb illegal coal mining and transportation in the State. Sangma added that such […]

Meghalaya releases commemorative postal stamp as part of Republic Day celebrations

The state of Meghalaya on Tuesday released a commemorative postal stamp dedicated to the historic Raj Bhavan of Shillong as part of the 72nd Republic Day celebrations. Governor Satya Pal Malik, accompanied by Chief Minister Conrad Sangma unveiled the commemorative postal stamp at Raj Bhavan in Shillong. Taking to Twitter CM Conrad Sangma shared the […]

Country’s longest road arch bridge inaugurated in Meghalaya

In a big boost to tourism, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Friday formally inaugurated the longest road arch bridge in India – the Wahrew Bridge at Sohbar in the state’s East Khasi Hills district. The bridge was constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 49.395 crore under the Non-Lapsable Central Pool of Resources (NLCPR) […]

Manipur, Meghalaya and Tripura celebrate 49th Statehood Day

On January 21, 1972, the northeastern states of Meghalaya, Manipur and Tripura were granted full statehood by the government of India under the North Eastern Region (Re-Organisation) Act, 1971. To mark the special day, the three northeastern states on Thursday celebrated Statehood Day in their own unique ways. In Meghalaya, the 49th Statehood Day celebrations […]

MDA govt pursuing ILP issue with Centre: Conrad Sangma

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Wednesday said that the passing of the Inner Line Permit (ILP) resolution by the State government in the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly is a reflection of their commitment to the issue. The Chief Minister also hit out at the past governments for allegedly being indifferent in addressing the issue. Sangma […]

Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma lays foundation stone for Chenanggre Stadium in North Garo Hills

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Wednesday laid the foundation stone for Chenanggre Stadium at Adokgre in North Garo Hills. The stadium is being constructed at a cost of Rs 6.24 crore and is expected to be completed by the end of 2022. Speaking at the foundation laying ceremony, the Chief Minister said that the […]