The Achik Holistic Awakening Movement (AHAM), based in the Garo Hills, has voiced strong opposition to any review or potential weakening of the existing job quota policy in response to Chief Minister Conrad Sangma’s announcement regarding the presentation of an updated reservation policy report during the current Assembly budget session. In a memorandum addressed to the Chief Minister, AHAM insisted on maintaining the current reservation framework, emphasizing that any attempt to alter or dilute this policy would be regarded as a direct threat to the constitutional safeguards and the rights of marginalized and indigenous communities.
The organization highlighted the significance of the job quota policy, stating that a rollback would betray tribal communities’ trust, reverse years of progress, and exacerbate social and economic inequalities. AHAM also cautioned that revisiting the reservation policy could lead to significant public backlash, including protests and social unrest. Additionally, the organization reiterated its demand for Tura to be declared the Winter Capital of the state, framing this request not as a mere aspiration, but as a constitutional principle and a political necessity grounded in justice, regional equity, and balanced governance. They noted that despite multiple memorandums submitted to the government since 2020 and previous discussions on the matter during last year’s budget session, a decisive action from the executive remains overdue.