Today, during the ongoing Session of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly, I addressed the House on the status of the expansion of Baljek (Tura) Airport in my capacity as the Deputy Chief Minister in charge of Transport.
I informed the House that the Airports Authority of India (AAI) is preparing a revised Master Plan for the airport’s expansion, which will facilitate the operation of ATR-72, Q-400 and A320 category aircraft. This expansion will be an important step towards strengthening air connectivity, improving mobility, and creating greater opportunities for the people of Garo Hills and Meghalaya.
We remain committed to strengthening our transport infrastructure and building a better-connected Meghalaya.
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July 2026 | Monthly Recap
July was marked by sustained efforts to advance Meghalaya's development agenda through active governance, strategic planning, and meaningful engagement with our people. As Cabinet Minister and MLA of Jowai Constituency, I remained focused on strengthening healthcare, sports, tourism, education, cultural preservation, and grassroots development.
Some of the month's key assignments included chairing high-level review meetings on Meghalaya's preparations for the 39th National Games 2027 and the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup, reviewing the State's health sector performance alongside Hon'ble Chief Minister Shri Conrad K. Sangma, inspecting healthcare facilities at CHC Riangdo, and monitoring major infrastructure projects, including the Hospitality Complex at Thadlaskein, sports infrastructure at Mukhla Shohshrieh and Panaliar, tourism projects at Pdein Chahtngit, and the beautification of the sacred Aitnar ahead of Behdieñkhlam.
The month was also dedicated to preserving our rich cultural heritage through active participation in the sacred Behdieñkhlam Festival, supporting local communities, and promoting Meghalaya's indigenous identity. I had the privilege of encouraging our students, athletes, artists, and skilled youth, while recognising their achievements at the state, national, and international levels.
Alongside these responsibilities, I continued engaging with the people across Meghalaya, reaffirming our collective commitment to inclusive development, responsive governance, and the vision of the MDA Government under the leadership of Hon'ble Chief Minister Shri Conrad K. Sangma.
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Naitung 2026 | Ka jingpynkynmaw
U Naitung u long u bnai jong ka jingtrei shitom ban kyntiew ïa ka roi ka par jong ka Meghalaya lyngba ka rukom synshar kaba khlaiñ, ka rukom pynwandur kaba janai, bad ka jingïatreilang ba don jingmut bad ki paidbah jong ngi. Kum u Myntri sorkar bad ruh kum u MLA jong ka Jowai konstitwensi, nga ïai pynleit jingmut ha ka ban pynkhlaiñ shuh shuh ïa ka koit ka khiah, ka sports, ki kam jngohkai pyrthei, ka pule puthi, ka jingpynneh pynsah ïa ka lariti, bad ka roi ka par naduh na tynrai.
Ki katto katne ki kam ha une u bnai ki kynthup, ïa ka jingpynïaid ïa ki jingïalang khmih bñiah jong ka high level halor ka jingpynkhreh jong ka Meghalaya na ka bynta ka jingpynlong ïa ka National Games 2027 kaba 39 bad ïa ka Indian Oil Durand Cup ba 135, ka jingkhmih bñiah halor ka rukom treikam jong ka tnat ka koit ka khiah ryngkat bad u Myntri Rangbah badonburom ka jylla, u Conrad K. Sangma, ngi la leit ban jurip ïa ki jingdonkam jong ka CHC Riangdo, bad khmih ruh ïa ki projek jingtei ba heh, ba kynthup ka jingtei ïa ka Hospitality Complex ha Thadlaskeiñ, ka jingtei jong ka tnat sports ha Mukhla Shohshrieh bad ha Panaliar, ki projek jingtei jong ka tnat ki kam jngohkai pyrthei ha Pdein Chahtngit, bad ka jingpynitynnat ïa ka jaka kyntang jong ka Aitnar hashwa ka jingpynlong ïa ka lehñiam Behdeiñkhlam.
Ha une u bnai la aiti ruh na ka bynta ban pynneh pynsah ïa ka jingriewspah jong ka lariti jong ngi lyngba ka jingïashimbynta shitrhem jong ki paidbah ha ka lehñiam Behdeiñkhlam, ka jingai jingkyrshan ïa ki kynhun bapher bapher, bad ka jingkyntiew ïa ka tynrai jong ki nong Meghalaya. Nga la ïoh ka lad ban pynshlur ïa ki khynnah pule, ki nongïalehkai, ki nongrwai, bad ïa ki samla donsap jong ngi, da kaba ithuh ïa ka jingjop jong ki hapoh ki kyrdan jong ka jylla, ka ri bad ha ki ri jong ka pyrthei.
Ryngkatlang bad kine ki jingkitkhlieh, nga ïai bteng ban ïatreilang bad ki paidbah ha kylleng ka Meghalaya, ban pynskhem biang sa shisien ïa ka jingkut jingmut lang jong ngi na ka bynta ka roi ka par kaba kynthuplang ïa baroh, ka rukom synshar kaba don ïa ka jingkitkhlieh, bad ïa ka jingthrang jong ka sorkar MDA hapoh ka jingïalam jong u Myntri Rangbah badonburom ka jylla, u Conrad K. Sangma.
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I had the privilege of attending the culmination of the four-day, three-night Behdieñkhlam of Seiñ Raij Mukhla at Mukhla Aitnar, alongside Shri James Sangma, MP (Rajya Sabha), who graced the occasion as Chief Guest. I was honoured to attend as Guest of Honour, in the presence of the Superintendent of Police, West Jaintia Hills, Dallois, invitees and thousands of devotees. Witnessing the 14 Rots being brought into the sacred pool was a deeply meaningful experience.
I congratulate Seiñ Raij Mukhla on completing 75 years of preserving this cherished tradition, which began in 1950. I also appreciate Shri James Sangma’s generous contribution of ₹20 lakh towards the construction of a sitting gallery and renovation of the Aitnar pool. Our youth have an important role in carrying our traditions forward, because our culture is the foundation of our identity.
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Nga la ïoh ka lad ban ïashimbynta ha ka sngi pynkut ïa ka lehñiam Behdeiñkhlam jong ka Seiñ Raij Mukhla ha Mukhla Aitnar, kaba saw sngi bad lai miet kynthih, ha kaba la wan ruh ban ïadonlang da u MP ka Rajya Sabha, u James Sangma, uba la long ruh kum u kongsan ha kane ka sngi. Nga sngewkmen ruh ban ïoh ban shim ïa ka bynta kum u Symbud kongsan, ha ka jingïadonlang u Superintendent ki pulit jong ka West Jaiñtia Hills, ki Daloi, ki nongshahkhot sngewbha bad ki hajar ngut ki paid riewngeit. Ka long shisha kaba sngew shongkun ban sakhi ïa ka jingwanrah ïa ki 14 tylli ki Rot hapoh ka pung kaba khuid ba kyntang.
Nga ai khublei ïa ka Seiñ Raij Mukhla halor ka jingdap 75 snem jong ka ha ka ban pynneh pynsah bad rakhe ïa kane ka lehñiam tynrai, ïa kaba la sdang ha u snem 1950. Nga ai ruh ka jingïaroh ïa u James Sangma uba la noh kylluid mynsiem haduh 20 lak tyngka na ka bynta ban tei ïa ka jaka shong paidbah bad ka jingpynbha ïa ka pung Aitnar. Ki samla jong ngi ki don shisha ïa ka bynta kaba kongsan ha ka ban pynkhie im ïa ka riti ka dustur tynrai, namar ba ka kolshor jong ngi ka dei ruh ka nongrim jong ka jinglong ba kyrpang jong ngi.
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Today, the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly unanimously passed a Government Resolution opposing uranium mining and the establishment of any uranium ore processing facility in the state. This united decision reflects our collective responsibility to safeguard Meghalaya’s land, water, environment, and the rights and livelihoods of our people.
The resolution specifically opposes the proposed Kylleng-Pyndengsohiong-Mawthabah Uranium Mining Project and calls upon the Government of India, the Department of Atomic Energy and UCIL not to permit, pursue or undertake uranium mining or processing anywhere in Meghalaya. I welcome the unanimous support of all members of the House. This is a strong and united message that the interests, aspirations and well-being of our people must remain paramount.
I had the privilege of attending the Behdieñkhlam Festival of Seiñraij Mukhla, The vibrant traditions, prayers, music, dances and procession of the Rong and Rot beautifully reflected our rich cultural and spiritual heritage. I also joined the devotees in offering prayers for good health, peace and prosperity for all.
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Nga la ïoh ka lad ban ïashimbynta ha ka jinglehñiam Behdeiñkhlam jong ka Seiñraij Mukhla. Ka jinglehñiam kaba iphuh iphieng, ki jingdwai, k jingtem, ki jingshad bad ka jingïa ïaid paidbah da kaba rah ruh ïa ka Rong bad ïa ki rot, ki pynpaw ïa ka jingriewspah jong ka lariti bad ka jingngeit jong ngi. Nga la ïashimbynta lang ruh bad ki paidbah riewngeit ha ki jingdwai na ka bynta ban ïoh ïa ka jingkoit jingkhiah, ka jingsuk jingsaiñ bad ka jingpahuh pahai jong baroh.
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It was a privilege to witness an exciting evening of football at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Shillong, alongside Hon’ble Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Shri Wailadmiki Shylla, as Mohun Bagan Super Giant secured a 4–3 victory on penalties over NorthEast United FC following a hard-fought 0–0 draw in the 2026 Durand Cup semifinal.
The atmosphere in Shillong was truly electric, reflecting the growing passion for football in Meghalaya. It was wonderful to see our people come together and celebrate the beautiful game at such a prestigious tournament. Meghalaya continues to strengthen its position as a vibrant sporting destination.
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Today, I led a joint meeting between the Governments of Meghalaya and Assam at Koinadhara State Guest House, alongside Assam Minister Shri Atul Bora, to review the developments following the unfortunate incident in Shillong on 19th August. We held detailed discussions on ensuring justice, restoring confidence and strengthening coordination between the two States.
Meghalaya has assured strong action against those responsible. Fifteen FIRs have been registered, five masked individuals have been identified, and a Special Investigation Team has been constituted. More than 3,770 Assam-registered vehicles have already been safely escorted to Assam.
We have also agreed on dedicated coordination mechanisms, permanent district-level committees and joint measures for safe transit and tourism. Meghalaya remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of every tourist and vehicle travelling through our State.
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It was a pleasure to inaugurate the new building of St. Jerome Higher Secondary School, Nongmynsong marking an important step forward in strengthening the school’s infrastructure and creating a better learning environment for students. Good infrastructure is an essential foundation for quality education.
On the occasion, I provided financial assistance of ₹10 lakh towards the school’s development. Such support reflects our continued commitment to strengthening educational institutions and ensuring that students have access to facilities that support their learning, growth and aspirations.
The progress of Meghalaya depends greatly on the opportunities we create for our young generation. We will continue to support schools and educational institutions in their efforts to nurture capable, confident and responsible citizens who will contribute meaningfully to the future of our State.
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Visited Achiever’s Higher Secondary School, Ummulong, and had the opportunity to interact with the school community while taking stock of its needs and developmental priorities. Educational institutions play a vital role in shaping the knowledge, character and aspirations of our young people.
Following the visit and inspection, financial assistance was provided to support the school’s needs and further its development. Strengthening our schools means creating better opportunities for students and enabling teachers to provide an environment conducive to learning and growth.
Our commitment is to ensure that educational institutions across Meghalaya receive the support they need to progress. By investing in education today, we are investing in the future of our children and the continued development of our State.
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July 2026 | Monthly Recap
July was marked by sustained efforts to advance Meghalaya's development agenda through active governance, strategic planning, and meaningful engagement with our people. As Cabinet Minister and MLA of Jowai Constituency, I remained focused on strengthening healthcare, sports, tourism, education, cultural preservation, and grassroots development.
Some of the month's key assignments included chairing high-level review meetings on Meghalaya's preparations for the 39th National Games 2027 and the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup, reviewing the State's health sector performance alongside Hon'ble Chief Minister Shri Conrad K. Sangma, inspecting healthcare facilities at CHC Riangdo, and monitoring major infrastructure projects, including the Hospitality Complex at Thadlaskein, sports infrastructure at Mukhla Shohshrieh and Panaliar, tourism projects at Pdein Chahtngit, and the beautification of the sacred Aitnar ahead of Behdieñkhlam.
The month was also dedicated to preserving our rich cultural heritage through active participation in the sacred Behdieñkhlam Festival, supporting local communities, and promoting Meghalaya's indigenous identity. I had the privilege of encouraging our students, athletes, artists, and skilled youth, while recognising their achievements at the state, national, and international levels.
Alongside these responsibilities, I continued engaging with the people across Meghalaya, reaffirming our collective commitment to inclusive development, responsive governance, and the vision of the MDA Government under the leadership of Hon'ble Chief Minister Shri Conrad K. Sangma.
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Naitung 2026 | Ka jingpynkynmaw
U Naitung u long u bnai jong ka jingtrei shitom ban kyntiew ïa ka roi ka par jong ka Meghalaya lyngba ka rukom synshar kaba khlaiñ, ka rukom pynwandur kaba janai, bad ka jingïatreilang ba don jingmut bad ki paidbah jong ngi. Kum u Myntri sorkar bad ruh kum u MLA jong ka Jowai konstitwensi, nga ïai pynleit jingmut ha ka ban pynkhlaiñ shuh shuh ïa ka koit ka khiah, ka sports, ki kam jngohkai pyrthei, ka pule puthi, ka jingpynneh pynsah ïa ka lariti, bad ka roi ka par naduh na tynrai.
Ki katto katne ki kam ha une u bnai ki kynthup, ïa ka jingpynïaid ïa ki jingïalang khmih bñiah jong ka high level halor ka jingpynkhreh jong ka Meghalaya na ka bynta ka jingpynlong ïa ka National Games 2027 kaba 39 bad ïa ka Indian Oil Durand Cup ba 135, ka jingkhmih bñiah halor ka rukom treikam jong ka tnat ka koit ka khiah ryngkat bad u Myntri Rangbah badonburom ka jylla, u Conrad K. Sangma, ngi la leit ban jurip ïa ki jingdonkam jong ka CHC Riangdo, bad khmih ruh ïa ki projek jingtei ba heh, ba kynthup ka jingtei ïa ka Hospitality Complex ha Thadlaskeiñ, ka jingtei jong ka tnat sports ha Mukhla Shohshrieh bad ha Panaliar, ki projek jingtei jong ka tnat ki kam jngohkai pyrthei ha Pdein Chahtngit, bad ka jingpynitynnat ïa ka jaka kyntang jong ka Aitnar hashwa ka jingpynlong ïa ka lehñiam Behdeiñkhlam.
Ha une u bnai la aiti ruh na ka bynta ban pynneh pynsah ïa ka jingriewspah jong ka lariti jong ngi lyngba ka jingïashimbynta shitrhem jong ki paidbah ha ka lehñiam Behdeiñkhlam, ka jingai jingkyrshan ïa ki kynhun bapher bapher, bad ka jingkyntiew ïa ka tynrai jong ki nong Meghalaya. Nga la ïoh ka lad ban pynshlur ïa ki khynnah pule, ki nongïalehkai, ki nongrwai, bad ïa ki samla donsap jong ngi, da kaba ithuh ïa ka jingjop jong ki hapoh ki kyrdan jong ka jylla, ka ri bad ha ki ri jong ka pyrthei.
Ryngkatlang bad kine ki jingkitkhlieh, nga ïai bteng ban ïatreilang bad ki paidbah ha kylleng ka Meghalaya, ban pynskhem biang sa shisien ïa ka jingkut jingmut lang jong ngi na ka bynta ka roi ka par kaba kynthuplang ïa baroh, ka rukom synshar kaba don ïa ka jingkitkhlieh, bad ïa ka jingthrang jong ka sorkar MDA hapoh ka jingïalam jong u Myntri Rangbah badonburom ka jylla, u Conrad K. Sangma.
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CM Connect is a citizen-centric initiative of the Meghalaya Government that brings governance closer to people. Launched in February 2024, it provides citizens with channels, including 1971 helpline, WhatsApp and digital platforms, to raise grievances, seek information, submit service requests and share suggestions.
Through grassroots interactions and block-level public meetings, CM Connect allows people to highlight concerns relating to healthcare, education, roads, water, electricity and other services. The initiative strengthens responsive, transparent and accountable governance by ensuring people’s voices are heard and concerns receive follow-up.
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Ka CM Connect ka dei ka sienjam ba kyrpang na ka bynta ki nongshong shnong ïa kaba ka sorkar Meghalaya kala pyntreikam na ka bynta ban wanrah ïa ka rukom synshar kaba ïajan bad ki paidbah. Ïa kane ka sienjam la pyllait paidbah ha u bnai Rymphang 2024, ha kaba ka ai sha ki paidbah ïa ka jingshakri ba kynthup ïa u nombar ïarap 1971, ka whatsapp bad kiwei kiwei ki rynsan digital, na ka bynta ban pynsngew ïa ki jingud jingnam jong ki paidbah, ban wad ïa ki jingtip ba bñiah, ban phah ïa ki jingkyrpad bad ban ïasam ïa ki jingai jingmut.
Lyngba ki jingïamir jingmut kiba naduh na tynrai bad ki jingïalang paidbah ha ki block, ka CM Connect ka ailad ïa ki paidbah ba kin pynpaw ïa ki jingsngew jong ki ha kaba ïadei bad ka koit ka khiah, ka pule puthi, ki surok, ka um bam um dih, ka bor ding bad kiwei kiwei ki jingai jingshakri. Kane ka sienjam ka pynkhlaiñ shuh shuh ïa ka rukom synshar kaba jubab, kaba khuid ba suba bad kaba don ïa ka jingkitkhlieh da kaba pynthikna ba ïa ka sur jong u paidbah la sngap bad la shim khia bad buddien ruh ïa ki jingpynsngew jong ki.
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It was a pleasure to join the Jaintia Photo & Videographers Association’s first anniversary celebration and the Jaintia Photo & Video Fest 2026 in Jowai. I congratulate JPVA on completing one year of bringing photographers and videographers together and creating a platform for young talents to showcase their creativity. I was also pleased to extend financial assistance of ₹3 lakh from the Sports Department to support the association’s continued activities.
Photography and videography are not only creative pursuits but also important avenues for skill development and livelihood. I encourage our youth to explore these fields, embrace new technologies and make use of opportunities through initiatives such as Skill Meghalaya, PRIME and Hello Meghalaya. I wish JPVA continued success in nurturing and empowering the creative talent of our region.
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Ka long shisha kaba sngewkmen ba ngan ïoh ban ïadonlang bad ka seng Jaiñtia Photo & Videographers Association ha ka jingdap shi snem jong ka bad ha ka Jaiñtia Photo & Video Fest 2026 ha Jowai. Nga ai khublei kitbok kitrwiang ïa ka seng JPVA halor ka jingdap shi snem jong ka ha ka ban wanrah lang hajuh ïa ki nongshondur bad ki nongringdur bad wanrah ruh ïa ka rynsan na ka bynta ki samla donsap ba kin pynpaw pyrthei ïa la ka jong ka sap ka phong ba ki don. Nga sngewkmen ruh ban ai ïa ka jingïarap pisa kaba 3 lak tyngka na ka tnat sport kum ka jingkyrshan ïa ka seng ba kan nangïai pyntyllun ïa ki kam jong ka.
Ka jingshondur bad ka jingringdur kim dei eh tang ki kam ban pynwandur hynrei ki dei ruh ki kam ba kongsan na ka bynta ban kyntiew ïa ka jingtbit bad ïa ka lad kamai jakpoh. Nga pynshlur ïa ki samla jong ngi ba kin shim ïa kane ka kam, ban pyndonkam ïa ki jingstad teknoloji bathymmai bad ban pyndonkam hok ïa kine ki lad ki lynti lyngba ki sienjam kum ka Skill Meghalaya, ka PRIME bad ka Hello Meghalaya. Nga kitbok kitrwiang ïa ka seng JPVA ba kan nangkiew shaphrang ha ka ban pynroi bad pynkupbor ïa ka sap ka phong jong ka thaiñ jong ngi.
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