Chief Minister, Conrad K. Sangma, today, inaugurated the new office building of the Meghalaya Public Service Commission (MPSC) at Dakopgre, Tura, West Garo Hills. Also present during the inauguration was Speaker, Meghalaya Legislative Assembly, Thomas A Sangma. In his address, the Chief Minister, Conrad K Sangma, said the new MPSC office would greatly benefit the youth of Garo Hills, who previously had to travel “10 to 15 hours overnight to Shillong” to appear for examinations. “Many would arrive tired and go straight to the exam hall without rest. With this new facility, students can now give their exams and interviews right here in Tura,” he said.
He further said that the long journey and inadequate rest hampered with a candidates performance and this was huge challenge for candidates from Tura and other parts of the state. “This is one of the most important offices to be inaugurated and the impact that this office will have on the youth and their future will be immense and it gives a great sense of satisfaction to inaugurate this office today,” he stated. The Chief Minister announced that the first MPSC examination in Tura will be held on November 14, 2025, marking a new chapter in making public service recruitment more accessible. He added that the government plans to eventually expand similar facilities to Jaintia Hills to ensure equitable access across the state.
Speaking at the occasion, Speaker of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly Thomas A. Sangma described the inauguration as a landmark moment that “heralds a new chapter in the journey of transparent, accountable, and people-centric governance.” Those present at the programme included Deputy Commissioner of West Garo Hills Vibhor Agarwal, Abraham T. Momin, Chairman, Tura and officials from the Meghalaya Public Service Commission and other government departments. The establishment of the new MPSC office in Tura will facilitate examinations, interviews, and related recruitment activities for candidates from the Garo Hills region, reducing the need for travel to Shillong and ensuring greater accessibility and convenience for aspirants.