Meghalaya

The Smart Meter project in Meghalaya has come to a standstill as the state government is awaiting approval from the Ministry of Power to proceed with the installation.The delay primarily revolves around financial concerns, with the quoted price for installation exceeding the state’s estimated budget. Informing that the project has already been tendered, but the cost proposed by the contractor is significantly higher than anticipated, Power Minister AT Mondal revealed that similar pricing has been observed in other Northeastern states and they have raised the issue with the central government, seeking further discussions before moving ahead. Stating that the matter has been placed before the Government of India, and he has personally brought it up at the Power Ministers’ Conference, ...

The Meghalaya BJP is optimistic about gaining strong public support in the upcoming KHADC and JHADC elections, asserting that people have now begun to recognize the party as the only force capable of driving grassroots economic development. BJP’s chief spokesperson, Mariahom Kharkrang highlighted the party’s growing acceptance among voters in Meghalaya, stating that preparations for the February 21 elections are progressing smoothly. He emphasized that BJP’s core focus is economic growth and development, ensuring that every section of society benefits from progress. According to Kharkrang, the party has worked consistently to break misconceptions and engage directly with the public to highlight its policies and initiatives.In an effort to reach out to the masses, BJP’s Mandal committee...

In support of Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma's stance against the Uniform Civil Code, the Meghalaya BJP on Friday stated that the saffron party will back the decision in the best interests of the state's citizens.“For Meghalaya BJP, the interest of the people of the state is a priority,” BJP chief spokesperson, Mariahom Kharkrang said when asked about the stand of the party on UCC. He further said, “We will discuss with all the stakeholders and seek their opinion on the UCC and take a decision accordingly.”The BJP chief spokesperson assured that the voice and sentiments of the people of Meghalaya will be given due importance. While the BJP-led NDA Government seems determined to implement the UCC across the country, the NPP-led MDA Government has made it clear that they have no inte...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma attended the 3rd Annual Conference of the Meghalaya Hajong Welfare Association on January 31, 2025, in Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills district. During the event, the Chief Minister extended a grant of Rs 7 lakh through the Chief Minister's Special Grant to support community initiatives. In his address, CM Sangma emphasized the government’s commitment to inclusive development, ensuring equal progress for all communities and regions in the state. He highlighted that such events provide an opportunity to understand the grassroots needs and challenges faced by various communities. The conference included submissions from the community, outlining several development needs for the region. One of the major requests was for additional funds for t...

The state Cabinet on Thursday approved the amendments of four service rules. Meghalaya culinary tours The four service rules, which were amended are - The Meghalaya Accounts Service Rules, 1996, The Meghalaya Local Fund Audit Service Rules, 1996, Amendment of Rule 5 of the Meghalaya State Electricity Regulatory Commission Rules, 2003 and The Meghalaya Food and Civil Supplies Rules, 2001. "As you are aware the departmental promotions are stopped and that becomes a problem and hence these amended rules have to be in place," chief minister Conrad K Sangma told reporters.

Personnel of BSF Meghalaya Frontier on Wednesday foiled a smuggling attempt and confiscated large quantity of oranges along the Dawki-Lyngkhat road near the Indo-Bangladesh border. The BSF troops, acting on a tip-off, intercepted a pick-up truck, whose driver, an Indian national, failed to produce any valid documents justifying the transport, and was apprehended. The recovered oranges intended for illegal cross-border transportation along with the vehicle and the detained individual were handed over to Pynursla Custom office for further action.

The NPP-led MDA Government has made it clear that they have no plans to introduce the very controversial Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state at a time when the BJP-led NDA Government appears keen on enforcing the UCC nationwide. The NPP is a part of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Thursday said the state government is clear in its stand and that the UCC is not part of its agenda. “We respect the secular fabric of the state and the country. We respect the identity of the different tribal communities, and we are clear that the practices of different communities must be respected,” the Chief Minister said. Justifying the decision to reject the UCC, Sangma argued that uniform codes, as a concept where everything becomes uniform, are not feasibl...

The Meghalaya Cabinet today approved the establishment of the Pla Tangka Cooperative Society (PTCS)—a pioneering women-led apex financial cooperative society aimed at strengthening the financial ecosystem for Self-Help Groups (SHGs) across the state. This initiative, led by the Department of Community & Rural Development (C&RD) in partnership with the Centre for Research in Schemes & Policies (CRISP), has the potential to revolutionize rural financial inclusion and build economic resilience in Meghalaya. Addressing the media in the aftermath of this decision, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said, “Since 2018, the financial ecosystem surrounding Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in Meghalaya has seen a remarkable transformation. The capital available through the SHG network h...