GH organisations seek physical test for police recruits in Tura
TURA: Two organisations from Garo Hills have sought the conduct of a Physical Efficiency Test (PET) in Tura with regard to the recruitment of candidates to the Meghalaya Police Service (MPS), a notification for which was issued by the Meghalaya Public Service Commission (MPSC) in August this year. The Garoland State Movement Committee (GSMC) along with the GSU CEC on Thursday submitted an appeal to Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, Home Minister James Sangma and the Meghalaya DGP urging that the physical test for candidates from Garo Hills is conducted in Tura to ease the hardships of aspirants from the region. The organisations pointed out that when PET exams were held in Shillong in the past, many aspirants from Garo Hills could not make it to the venue due to various hardships, with financial constraints being the main reason for many. According to the organisations, those who could make it also were not without challenges as they had to arrange funds for the trip, while some even had to brave the winter cold and sleep in the open due to lack of hotel accommodation. Keeping in mind that such problems have been faced by candidates from Garo Hills and to ensure that all sections of the society get equal opportunity for employment, the organisations have urged that the upcoming physical test for MPS as well as for others in the future be conducted in Tura.
‘Sur Tynrai’ finale on Oct 31
SHILLONG: The finale of the folk music competition ‘Sur Tynrai’, organised by U Hynñiewtrep Cultural and Welfare Organisation will be held on October 31 at 5 pm. The organisers informed that there will be no tickets sold. Entry is free. However, audience can generously help by contributing to the organisation welfare through the donation box that will be kept. The groups that have qualified for the finals are Da La Riti, Department of Music, St.Anthony’s College, Ki Syrdeng, Na Rynsan ki Sur Tynrai, Tympang and Tyngkai La Ka Tynrai. The organisation has requested the people to come, witness and support the Khasi traditional music on this evening.
Awareness programme
Shillong: The Chairman of Meghalaya State Planning Board will launch the project ‘Beat Plastic Pollution with Sla & Pla’ at Laitumkhrah Parking Lot on October 28 at 9:30 am. The objective of the programme is to create awareness and provide more in-depth knowledge on how to eradicate plastic and use other environment-friendly carry bag/packing materials. The programme will be attended by various line departments, residents of Laitumkhrah, shopkeepers and students. The project is being catalysed and supported by Meghalaya State Planning Board, State Council of Science Technology & Environment in collaboration with the office of the Deputy Commissioner of East Khasi Hills, Shillong Municipal Board, Meghalaya State Pollution Control Board, Directorate of Social Welfare, Directorate of Tourism, Directorate of Urban Affairs, Rangbah Shnong, Laitumkhrah Dorbar Shnong, NEEDS, NESFAS, Bethany Society, KISHA, Media Partner Radio Mirchi, Shillong.
College week concludes
NONGSTOIN: The Nongstoin College, Nongstoin, concluded its annual College Week on Friday which began on October 21. Attending the closing ceremony as the chief guest, Divisional Officer, Soil & Water Conservation, Nongstoin, OT Lyngwa appreciated the efforts of the principal and the staff for their selfless service to the people of Nongstoin and the district. The chief guest also encouraged the students to start doing something about the issues which concern the environment. Numerous programmes, including a cultural presentation, were held during the occasion. A prize distribution ceremony was also held in which the students, who won in different events in the week-long programme, were awarded. The event witnessed an array of programmes like basketball and volleyball match, flower show, football for boys and girls, singing and dancing competition, Mr and Miss Nongstoin College 2019 contest, ethnic food fest, among others.
Vigilance Awareness Week
SHILLONG: The North Eastern Council will observe Vigilance Awareness Week from October 28-31 focusing on the theme ‘Integrity – A way of life’. The observance will begin with taking of integrity pledge by senior officials. The four-day-long programme will also include quiz competition, essay writing competition and poster-making competition. The awareness week will be concluded with talks on the relevant subject and a felicitation programme for the winners of the competitions held.