Meghalaya

Marking a grand conclusion to Meghalaya's autumn calendar and ushering a festive spirit across Shillong, Winter Tales, 2025 returns to the iconic Wards Lake from 11th to 13th December 2025. Organised by The Meghalayan Age Limited in collaboration with the Department of Tourism, Government of Meghalaya, and curated by Dakti, the event has been a staple for six years, taking place at the start of the Christmas season. The festival will be inaugurated by Shri Timothy D. Shira, Hon'ble Minister of Tourism, setting the stage for three days of culture, craft, and community celebrations. Over the three days, Winter Tales aims to transform Ward's Lake into a hub of creativity and celebration with a special curated lineup of different workshops, performances, and interactive sessions. Set again...

Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Tuesday announced that the state government has simplified the procedure for regularization of excess area on government lease lands. "We have also had decisions today for the regularization of excess area on government lease lands. As you are aware, there are large number of lands in and around Shillong which are leased out many years back and periodic renewals take place every 30 years also, and in that process, normally documentations and the files have to come to the government," Sangma told reporters after chairing a cabinet meeting. The Chief Minister explained that the process was tedious and time-consuming, requiring the involvement of many officials. To address this, the government has decided to delegate powers to the Deputy Commissioner, ena...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said on Tuesday that the state education department's annual budget has been increased from Rs 2,000 crore to Rs 3,500 crore in recent years, the highest so far, and the impact of this investment is "becoming visible". Highlighting the government's initiatives since 2018, Sangma said education has remained one of the top priorities of the administration. The rise in annual budgetary allocation from Rs 2,000 crore to Rs 3,500 crore reflected this commitment, he said, adding that the investments are now translating into the kind of transformation the government had envisioned. He stressed the importance of holistic learning and said that education must shape “character” and instil qualities such as discipline, commitment and respect. “It is not j...

The Meghalaya government on Tuesday cleared a series of proposals, including the confirmation of services of 221 nurses and paramedics appointed between 2008 and 2012, approval of the mental healthcare rules and reforms in land lease, judicial services and health administration. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the Cabinet formally recognised the appointments of the "bonded nurses and paramedics after a detailed review". "Cabinet has decided to confirm and formally recognise the appointments of 221 bonded nurses, as well as bonded paramedic staff, who were appointed between 2008 and 2012," he said.

The Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2025 Grand Finale witnessed an inspiring moment on December 8, 2025, as Dr. Sukanta Majumdar, Hon'ble Union Minister of State for Education & Development of North Eastern Region (DONER), connected live with student innovators across all 60 nodal centres in the country. His interaction brought an atmosphere of encouragement, motivation, and national integration to one of India's largest innovation-driven events. Speaking directly to thousands of young participants, Dr. Majumdar applauded their passion for problem-solving and their commitment to contributing toward a technologically empowered Viksit Bharat. He emphasized that SIH is not just a competition but a national movement that nurtures creativity, strengthens critical thinking, and gives students a...

India’s acclaimed music icon Sonu Nigam will open his Deewana Tera Tour in Guwahati on 14 December 2025, marking his first-ever solo live concert in the city. Although he has performed across India and around the world for years, his only previous appearance in Guwahati was at an awards ceremony, the same event where he last shared the stage with the legendary artist, Late Zubeen Garg, a moment he continues to hold close. In a recent interaction, Sonu Nigam shared that the decision to begin the tour in Guwahati is deeply personal. The city remains tied to his memories of Zubeen, whose passing left a profound impact on him. He recalled being moved by how Assam came together to honour Zubeen Garg, describing the collective affection and respect as something he had not witnessed anywhere els...

The Governor of Meghalaya has announced that all State Government offices and all Revenue and Magisterial Courts across the state will remain closed on 22nd, 23rd, 29th and 31st December 2025 as compensatory holidays. To balance these closures, the government has directed that all such offices and courts will remain open on 14th and 21st February, and 21st and 28th March 2026.

Minister of Sports & Youth Affairs, Wailadmiki Shylla, interacted with 17 selected Outstanding Students and Star Performers ahead of their exposure trip to Delhi to meet the President of India and attend the Winter Session of Parliament, 2025. The interaction took place at the Deputy Commissioner's office in Jowai, with Deputy Commissioner Abhinav Kumar Singh, Sub-Divisional Officer (Sadar) Jowai Vevotolu Kezo, and Assistant Commissioner F. Passah also present. Shylla commended the Deputy Commissioner, SDO, and teachers for making the programme possible and encouraged students to actively participate, ask questions, and use the opportunity to build confidence and broaden their perspectives. The trip will include interactions with the President, a tour of Rashtrapati Bhavan and i...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma highlighted a significant transformation in public expectations during the foundation-laying ceremony for the Rymbai Government Higher Secondary School in East Jaintia Hills. He noted the shift from basic demands for amenities such as roads and water supply to aspirations for higher educational facilities, advanced infrastructure, and improved quality of life. This evolution reflects rising living standards and progress in Meghalaya, as Sangma emphasized the government's commitment to maintaining this momentum. Recalling his first visit to Rymbai in 2020, where he observed poor road conditions, interrupted water supply, and limited infrastructure, he expressed satisfaction with the substantial improvements evident today. Sangma acknowledged tha...

Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Monday handed over a school bus to Khliehriat Higher Secondary School under the Chief Minister's Special Development Fund. Khliehriat MLA Kyrmen Shylla, teachers, students, and senior district officials were also present on the occasion. During the programme, the Chief Minister briefly interacted with the students, who raised questions on the education scenario in the state, drug abuse and trafficking, his personal approach to handling criticism, and the need for digital libraries.