Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Wednesday said the state has signed an MoU with Starlink India to expand satellite-based connectivity, particularly in remote areas.
“Over the past eight years, we have strengthened infrastructure, embraced technology, and improved governance, reducing processes that once took 30 days to just 3 days. Yet, connecting our remotest schools, health centres, and communities remains a challenge,” he said, adding that the partnership with Starlink to introduce advanced satellite connectivity technology marks an important step toward bridging this gap.
“This initiative will help save lives through better healthcare access, improve learning opportunities for students, and enhance livelihoods for farmers and rural communities,” the CM said.
“We are also committed to transforming Shillong into a hub for IT and technology in the Northeast, creating opportunities for our talented youth and building a strong digital ecosystem for the future,” he said.
“Meghalaya has seen credible transformation through technology and we are hopeful that this collaboration will help us reach the remotest corners of our state and make a real difference in people’s lives,” Sangma added.