Meghalaya

A major landslide has disrupted connectivity on the Shillong–Dawki Road in Meghalaya, prompting the East Khasi Hills district administration to order the immediate closure of the stretch beyond Laitlyngkot village. The affected section at Chainage 25+200 has been completely cut off due to the landslide, rendering the road impassable. According to an official notification issued by Deputy Commissioner Abhilash Baranwal, the district administration received reports confirming that vehicular movement beyond Laitlyngkot village is no longer possible. The National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) has informed authorities that restoration and repair work is expected to take several days to complete, given the severity of the damage. In view of public sa...

Smt. Malabika Bisharad, the petitioner in PIL No. 13 of 2025 before the Hon’ble High Court of Meghalaya, has appealed to the Meghalaya Government to preserve the historic Laban Circuit House, also known as “Ray Villah”, and not take any decision to demolish the structure. Following the final order passed by the Hon’ble High Court of Meghalaya, Bisharad expressed her gratitude to the State Government for deciding to install a statue and memorial plaque in honour of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy at the Circuit House premises. However, she urged the government to protect the main concrete building, which she described as a symbol of history, culture and literature since the 1920s. In a letter addressed to the Chief Secretary of Meghalaya, Bisharad referred to the statement regard...

As a part of the global celebration of World Music Day, Chief Minister, Conrad K Sangma on Saturday attended the first Hello Meghalaya Music Awards at SRTG Ground, Polo in Shillong.Delivering his address, Chief Minister, Conrad K Sangma, reflected on his own journey from a struggling musician expressing purpose in his journey that has motivated him to help young artists.He said that music and film making have evolved in the state and outlined the innovative initiatives of the government to support and sustain these sectors emphasising the government’s focus on the youth of the state in music, film making, sports and other areas to provide opportunities to the young people to follow their dreams. He reiterated on the government’s approach which is not limited to specific programs or scheme...

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that the North East is central to India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat, highlighting the region’s vast development potential and the importance of strengthening institutions and implementation capacity to unlock sustainable growth. Speaking at a two-day conference on “Leveraging Externally Aided Projects (EAPs) in the North Eastern States,” organised by the Department of Economic Affairs, she stressed that collaboration between multilateral agencies, state governments and development partners is essential to enhance project effectiveness across the region. Sitharaman noted that the North East holds significant opportunities in agriculture, tourism, culture and natural resources, but has historically faced challenges related to conn...

The Meghalaya government has ordered a major reshuffle in its police administration, cancelling the May 12 transfer of DIG Jerry Fiscer K Marak and posting several IPS and MPS officers to new ranges, districts and battalions with immediate effect. A notification issued on Friday stated that DIG Marak’s transfer from Western Range, Tura, to Eastern Range, Shillong, has been withdrawn. Instead, Sylvester Nongtnger, IPS, DIG (Security), Shillong, has been posted as DIG, Eastern Range, Shillong, on the recommendation of the Civil Services Board (CSB). The reshuffle also includes changes in the CID, district police and battalion commands. Shailendra Bamaniya, IPS, SP CID, Shillong, has been transferred as SP, East Jaintia Hills, Khliehriat, replacing Pankaj Kumar Rasgania, IPS, who ha...

In a significant boost to wildlife conservation efforts in the Northeast, the Meghalaya State Zoo has recorded its first-ever successful breeding of the Stump-tailed Macaque (Macaca arctoides), a vulnerable primate species facing threats across its natural range. Zoo authorities announced the birth of a healthy infant macaque, marking a major milestone in the institution’s conservation programme and strengthening efforts to secure the future of the species through captive breeding. The breeding pair was brought to Meghalaya from the Aizawl Zoological Park in Mizoram under an animal exchange programme. Officials said the successful birth demonstrates the species’ adaptation to its new environment and reflects the effectiveness of the zoo’s animal care, veterinary support and scientif...

In a landmark moment for the State’s agricultural sector, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, Hon’ble Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, on her two-day visit to Meghalaya, officially inaugurated the Organic Spice Industrial Unit (PRIME-HUB), North East’s largest Organic Spice Processing Plant today in Bhoirymbong. This state-of-the-art facility reflects the Government of Meghalaya's sustained leadership and strategic commitment to transforming the regional agricultural landscape and converting it to high-value enterprise. The inauguration of the facility aligns with the direct outcome of a long-term planning by the State which has established a sustainable ecosystem for its Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) and its overall economy. Envisioned under the leadership of Shri Conrad K...

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will visit Meghalaya on June 19 and 20 to inaugurate key infrastructure projects, interact with farmers, artisans and students, and participate in regional development discussions. A major highlight of the visit will be the inauguration of the Northeast’s largest organic spice processing plant at Bhoirymbong in Ri Bhoi district. Developed by the Eastern Ri Bhoi Organic Farmer Producer Company, the facility has an annual processing capacity of 10,346 metric tonnes and is expected to benefit around 5,500 organic farmers. The plant will process turmeric, black pepper and other spices, making it the largest organic spice processing hub in the region. The facility is aimed at strengthening value addition in Meghalaya’s organic agriculture sector ...

Meghalaya will launch a state-wide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls from June 20, with booth-level officers (BLOs) set to conduct door-to-door verification across the state to update voter records. Chief Electoral Officer BDR Tiwari said the exercise would begin with a preparatory phase from June 20 to June 29, followed by house-to-house verification between June 30 and July 29. “The starting phase will be from June 20 to June 29. Thereafter, from June 30 to July 29, BLOs will conduct house visits,” Tiwari said. The revision aims to ensure electoral rolls remain accurate by enrolling newly eligible voters, removing the names of deceased or relocated electors, and correcting existing entries through field verification. According to the schedule, the draft ele...