Shillong, Nov 27: The ruling NPP in Meghalaya now enjoys the support of 32 MLAs in the 60-member Meghalaya Legislative Assembly after victory of its candidate Dr. Mehtab Chandee A. Sangma takes in the recently held byelection to Gambegre LAC in Garo Hills. However, the the party is not in the mood of any realignment in the MDA Government.
Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said that the MDA Government wants to send positive message to the people and the same alliance comprising of different political parties would continue to work in the long run. He said that the MDA partners have shown confidence and even NPP is showing confidence in other alliance partners.
The newly-elected MLA of Gambegre constituency Mehtab Chandee was sworn in today. She was administered oath by the Speaker of the Assembly Thomas Sangma.
Speaking to media persons, she said that the voters have voted for development as the constituency lacked development for ages. She also spoke about less woman representation in Meghalaya politics. Chief Minister Conrad Sangma other Cabinet Ministers and politician’s were also present in the ceremony
Meanwhile, Meghalaya Legislative Assembly Speaker, Thomas Sangma today said that the Government is careful and going slow with the construction of the Assembly building at New Shillong Township.
Thomas Sangma said that the implementing agency is carefully doing the work for the building. The dome of the under construction building had collapsed few years ago after which the Government was criticised heavily by the people. He also informed that there have bene changes in the design of the building