Former MLA alleges MCC violation by Conrad, James
TURA: Independent candidate for South Tura Constituency and former MLA John Leslee K Sangma has alleged violation of the election Model Code of Conduct (MCC) by Chief Minister and NPP candidate Conrad Sangma and Home Minister James Sangma. In his complaint to the Returning Officer for the constituency, Sangma alleged that both Conrad and James had violated the MCC during a meeting held at Balading, Tura on August 13. The former MLA quoting sources in the locality claimed that Conrad’s meeting was scheduled for 8:30 pm but he turned up for the meeting at 9:40 pm which continued until 11 pm thus violating the permission given for his meeting. The former MLA also alleged that the party had used loudspeakers well into the night which violates the SC ruling that bars the use of loudspeakers after 10pm. Leslee also alleged that James and Conrad had misused their position to influence people by visiting the site where funds were earlier sanctioned for the construction of a road by inspecting it with the assurance of more funds even though permission was given only for a meeting. Stating that the acts were in violation of the HC directives as well as disrespectful to the election rules, Leslee sought action against them as per the rules laid down by the ECI.
NPP hits out at ex South Tura MLA for hate speech denial
TURA: The NPP in Garo Hills has hit out at former MLA and independent candidate for South Tura by-poll John Leslee K Sangma for denying the alleged hate speech against its members and screening of a video in one of his meetings to target Late PA Sangma. “My complaint was based on repeated reports by our party workers and well wishers. The evidence remains with the people who had actually listened to his speech and witnessed the screening of the video. No matter how strongly he denies it, the truth remains as the footage showing the screening of the video has already gone viral in the electronic media,” said NPP General Secretary Mathias N Marak. On the former MLA’s statement that he would take up the matter in the appropriate platform after the election, Marak said that he was glad to welcome his decision.
Nongpoh Town Committee accepts Chairman’s resignation
Nongpoh: The Executive Committee of Nongpoh Town Committee (NTC) has accepted the resignation of Chairman EK Lapang who is also the headman of Saiden village in a meeting held at Nongpoh on Thursday. In a press release issued on Thursday, NTC General Secretary Rayonald Kharkamni also informed that the committee has for the time being appointed Vice Chairman and Iewmawlong village headman A Kharkongor as the new Acting Chairman of the NTC. Meanwhile, Kharkamni stated that during the meeting, the committee had also constituted an Election Committee which will be headed by the Sirdar of Elaka Nongpoh Wanphrang Syiem along with 7 other members to conduct the election for the NTC Chairman within three months.
5 injured in accidents across state on Independence Day
SHILLONG: Five people were injured in separate accidents which took place across the state. On August 15 around 12:46pm one Jogidur Islam (27) was injured in a road accident at Anogre. A Resubelpara-based 108 ambulance on its way to Tura was alerted about the accident and contacted the Emergency Response Center which later dispatched a Rari-based 108 ambulanceto transport the victim to Rari PHC. In another accident which took place around at 1:26pm, one Maruti car skidded into a drain after being hit by another car at Umtrew near Thrills Park. The driver of the Maruti car Shranly Jyrwa (71) sustained injuries and was taken to KJP Robert Hospital by an Umsning-based 108 ambulance. Earlier, Kenneth Gatphoh (21) and Sunny Synrem (18) sustained injuries after their scooty crashed at Pynthorbah near Golflink around 11:49pm. They were later admitted at Civil Hospital. Meanwhile, Splindaris Kharbani (38) was run over by a motorcycle as she was getting out of her car at 5th Mile, Upper Shillong around 6:47pm. She was taken to Nazareth Hospital by a Shillong-based 108 ambulance.
RKM convocation on computer training held in city
SHILLONG: The 77th convocation on Computer Training and Language Training Departments was held at the Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Cultural Centre, Quinton road Auditorium. East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner PS Dkhar graced the occasion as the Chief Guest alongside other dignitaries who were present and the revered monks of the Ramakrishna Order. Swami Divyaswarupanandaji Maharaj, Centre in charge Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Cultural Centre declared the result of 77th session. During the function around 900 certificates were distributed to meritorious students along with scholarships to 12 students and MOS to 15 students. A computer was also awarded to Banshailang Khongtiang. Toppers include Ribhahun Khonglah in the Computer-Beginner course, Anisha Jaiswal in the Computer-Intermediate course, Debadatta Purkayastha in the Computer – Accounting course and Arvind Deka in the DTP (Part I) course. Earlier in his inaugural address, Swami Jnanaswarupanandaji Maharaj, Course co-ordinator, Ramakrishna Mission, Shillong, inspired the students and said that hard work and perseverance are the only key to success. New courses on photography and videography were also announced.
Shillong-Resubelpara vehicle service to start soon
SHILLONG: The Meghalaya Transport Corporation (MTC) will introduce a 7-seater vehicle service between Shillong and Resubelpara on a trial basis from September 4 with a fare of Rs 400 per head, a statement issued here informed. The Managing Director PM Sangma informed that the departure from Shillong, MTC Station and Resubelpara, Main market area will be 7 am daily. Tickets will be available on advance booking, Sangma said.