Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Wednesday laid the foundation for Meghalaya’s third 5-star hotel, the Aurika Hotel by Lemon Tree Hotels Ltd., at the Orchid Hotel premises in Polo, Shillong. The luxury hotel, with 130 rooms, will be constructed at a cost of ₹124 crore through a Public-Private Partnership Continue Reading
High-Power Committee Extends Timeline for New Meghalaya Assembly Building Completion
Shillong, December 4, 2024: The High-Power Committee (HPC) reviewing the progress of the New Meghalaya Assembly Building construction at Mawdiangdiang has extended the project’s completion timeline, aiming for inauguration before the Autumn Session of 2025. Chairing the meeting, Meghalaya Legislative Assembly Speaker Thomas A. Sangma emphasized the importance of caution Continue Reading
Meghalaya CM Unveils Foundation for Shillong Ropeway Project
Shillong, Meghalaya: Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma today laid the foundation stone for Meghalaya’s first passenger ropeway project at Shillong Peak. This ambitious project, estimated to cost ₹175 crore, aims to provide stunning panoramic views of Shillong city. The foundation stone for the project was initially laid by President Droupadi Continue Reading
Meghalaya Congress to Provide Training for New Candidates Ahead of District Council Elections
EXCLUSIVE Scripts Published here are subject to copyright Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) President Vincent H. Pala announced that the party will offer training to its new candidates in preparation for the upcoming elections to the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) and Jaintia Hills Autonomous District Council (JHADC). Continue Reading
Congress Is Not a ‘Dumping Yard’: Pala
EXCLUSIVE Scripts Published here are subject to copyright Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) President Vincent H. Pala on Tuesday emphasized the need for discipline and scrutiny in accepting new members into the party, asserting that the Congress is “not a dumping yard.” Pala told Meghalaya News 24, “Congress is Continue Reading
Meghalaya Congress Leader Admits Past Mistakes, Pledges to Rebuild Congress Amid Criticism
EXCLUSIVE Scripts published here are subject to copyright Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) President Vincent H. Pala on Tuesday candidly addressed criticism about his leadership and allegations of an unsatisfactory track record, admitting to past mistakes but emphasizing his willingness to learn and collaborate for the party’s progress. Continue Reading
CM Conrad K. Sangma Engages with Residents During CM-Connect in Nongstoin
Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Tuesday said that the CM-Connect programme has enabled the government to address peoples concern directly and effectively. He made the remark while addressing at CM – Connect programme held in Nongstoin in West Khasi Hills, which was attended by officials from different departments, Continue Reading
Charles Pyngrope Urges Meghalaya Government to Strengthen Drug Rehabilitation Efforts
Shillong,Dec 3: Nongthymmai legislator and Meghalaya TMC President Charles Pyngrope has called for the creation of dedicated infrastructure in every district to rehabilitate drug users and addicts. While acknowledging the proactive steps taken by the state government in addressing the drug menace, Pyngrope emphasized the need to accelerate efforts in Continue Reading
Charles Pyngrope: The “Last Samurai” in Meghalaya TMC in Khasi-Jaintia Hills
With the dissolution of the Nongtymmai Block TMC Committee and the exodus of many of his supporters to the Congress, Meghalaya TMC President Charles Pyngrope finds himself standing alone in the political arena. Reflecting on his position, Pyngrope remarked, “At the moment, I am alone, Last Samurai Standing.” He Continue Reading
“Good Leaders Build New Houses”: NPP Leader on Dr. Mukul Sangma’s Political Future
Shillong, Dec 2: Amid growing speculation about Dr. Mukul Sangma’s political trajectory, National People’s Party (NPP) leader and cabinet minister Rakkam A Sangma has categorically dismissed the likelihood of the former Meghalaya Chief Minister returning to the Congress. Drawing parallels with the political journeys of stalwarts like Captain Williamson Sangma Continue Reading