Meghalaya

Meghalaya registered its first medal wins at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026, marking an important moment for the state in national-level sports. Chief Minister Conrad Sangma congratulated the athletes on March 27 and said their achievements show the growing strength of sports in Meghalaya. Larityngkai Lawriniang won a bronze medal in the 53kg weightlifting category. She became the first athlete from Meghalaya to secure a medal at the event. The Chief Minister said her success reflects years of hard work and dedication. He also noted that she is part of the STAR Elite Pathway Programme, which supports promising sportspersons. In a message, Sangma said, “Congratulations to Larityngkai Lawriniang for securing Meghalaya’s first medal in the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026. Great to see...

Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma’s address at the Culinary Cascade 2026. Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has issued a strong defense of Meghalaya’s growing festival calendar, describing these events as "strategic investments" rather than mere expenditures. Speaking at the inauguration of the third edition of the Culinary Cascade at Ward’s Lake, the chief minister outlined a vision that connects cultural celebration with long-term economic growth and public health. Addressing a gathering of chefs, entrepreneurs, and local residents, Chief Minister Sangma responded to critics who have questioned the value of state-sponsored festivals. He emphasized that for the past eight years, the government has followed a deliberate strategy to build a global brand for Meghalaya by refining existing tr...

Around 680 new school buildings will be constructed across Meghalaya under the phase-IV of Mission Education, Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui said on Thursday. Under the scheme, each school is expected to receive approximately Rs 70 lakh, the minister said while inaugurating a new building of Darrang LP School in Amlarem block in West Jaintia Hills district. The school building was constructed under Mission Education Phase III. Highlighting development in education infrastructure taken up by the government in the past eight years, Rymbui said several initiatives have been implemented under the Mission Education. Referring to discussions with Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, Rymbui said the government had identified four key pillars for rebuilding education – infrastructure, teachers,...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, on March 27, joined virtually the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the state government and the National Jal Jeevan Mission, reaffirming the state's commitment to delivering safe drinking water to every household. The MoU formalises closer coordination between state agencies and the Central mission directorate, with the aim of ensuring funds are deployed efficiently and targets met within the stipulated timeline. Sangma noted that Meghalaya had already made significant progress, with "over 83% rural households already connected" to piped water supply. "We will continue working closely with the Government of India to ensure timely support and successful completion of this mission," the Chief Minister said, adding that the collabo...

The Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Conrad K. Sangma, today, inaugurated the third edition of Culinary Cascade 2026 at Ward’s Lake. The two-day festival, themed “Crafted for All 5 Senses,” is being held on March 27–28, 2026, and is organized by the Department of Tourism, Government of Meghalaya, in partnership with Meghalayan Age Ltd., MyMeG, and the Chief Minister’s Meghalaya Grassroots Music Program. In his address, the Chief Minister congratulated the Tourism Department for organizing the festival. He said, “Over the past three years, this festival has evolved beautifully, creating multiple opportunities for our chefs, various stakeholders, and most importantly, the youth of our wonderful state.”  He highlighted the richness of Meghalaya’s cultural and natural assets, adding, “Our...

Private coaching centres across Meghalaya will now have to mandatorily register with the Education department, following the state government's rollout of a new regulatory framework aimed at tightening oversight of the sector. The requirement comes under the Meghalaya Registration of Private Coaching Centre Rules, 2026, recently notified to bring both physical and online coaching institutes within a defined system of governance. An official communication from the Office of the East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner stated that the rules are intended to formalise a sector that has expanded rapidly in recent years. As part of the framework, coaching centres are required to follow prescribed student safety norms and set up proper grievance redressal systems. The government has indicated tha...

In a significant legal development, the High Court of Meghalaya has stepped in to protect the interests of liquor retailers, ruling that the state government acted improperly by slashing their profit margins. The court found that the reduction lacked a fair basis and violated constitutional guarantees of equality. A division bench comprising Justice HS Thangkhiew and Justice B Bhattacharjee has struck down the state government's decision to reduce the profit margin of liquor retailers from 20% to 15%. The ruling comes in response to a writ petition filed by the East Khasi Hills Wine Dealers Welfare Association, which challenged the financial impact of the newly introduced Integrated Excise Management System, or IEMS. The IEMS was designed as a digital track-and-trace mechanism using QR...

Meghalaya will host the latest edition of Culinary Cascade on March 27 and 28 at Ward’s Lake in Shillong, bringing together food, culture and local enterprise in a two-day public event. Organised by the state’s tourism department in collaboration with Meghalayan Age Limited, the festival is positioned as a platform to promote indigenous cuisine while supporting farmers, food entrepreneurs and small businesses. The event coincides with SEETI Meghalaya, a six-day cultural programme beginning March 26. As part of the joint programming, visitors will be offered curated dining experiences under the “SEETI Table” initiative. Culinary Cascade has, over recent editions, emerged as a key tourism event aimed at strengthening the state’s food economy and expanding market access for local producer...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma attended the Closing Ceremony of College Week 2026 and the Diamond Jubilee Celebration of Synod College Shillong. In his address, he highlighted the college's legacy, which has positively impacted numerous lives and instilled strong Christian values in its students. He emphasized the importance of these values in shaping responsible citizens who contribute to society. The Chief Minister acknowledged notable alumni, including the late J. D. Rymbai, whose successes exemplify the college's influence beyond academics. Sangma reflected on his long-lasting personal connection with the college, having participated in its Golden Jubilee celebrations and expressed the significance of education as a crucial investment for societal improvement. He und...

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the National Jal Jeevan Mission (NJJM) and the Government of Meghalaya to implement water supply schemes, facilitated by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, India. This agreement, signed in the presence of Union Minister C. R. Patil and Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, emphasizes the necessity of effective service delivery and sustained operation of water supply systems in villages, with the state primarily responsible for execution and outcomes. During the ceremony, Minister Patil underscored the importance of ensuring that drinking water reaches all communities to realize the Prime Minister's vision for a developed India, prioritizing the efficient implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission. He also encouraged collaboration with other initiati...