Shillong: The State Government on Thursday observed Anti-Terrorism Day and pledged for social harmony at the Main Secretariat here to commemorate the death anniversary of former Prime Minister (L) Rajiv Gandhi.
Chief Secretary P.B.O. Warjri, who presided over the function, said the entire nation should observe this day with a sense of solidarity to oppose the attacks on democracy. He said that the country has unfortunately fell prey to terrorist attacks and it is high time that the citizens raise their voices against this threat to democracy.
He called upon those present at the pledge-taking ceremony to carry the message of peace, social harmony and understanding among fellow human beings and to fight the evil forces threatening human lives and values.
Others present at the observation included Home Minister Roshan Warjri, Urban Affairs Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh, DGP Rajiv Mehta, senior government officials and government employees.
