By Our Reporter
SHILLONG, Nov 10: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Monday announced that a Mini Secretariat will be established at the Amlarem Civil Subdivision, fulfilling a long-pending local demand. He confirmed that funds for the project would be sanctioned soon.
The announcement was made during the inauguration of the Amlarem Civil Subdivision’s year-long golden jubilee celebration.
During the event, the Chief Minister also laid foundation stones for a Golden Jubilee Monument, the upgradation of Nongtalang Secondary School, and the construction of multi-purpose halls in Amlarem and Amlariang.
He assured attendees that the government would also address the area’s drinking water shortage and improve internal roads.
Speaking earlier, local MLA Lahkmen Rymbui noted the subdivision’s economic contributions through trade, mining, and tourism, and highlighted the need for improved infrastructure.
He paid tribute to former representatives who had worked tirelessly to bring development to the area and highlighted Amlarem’s vital contributions to the state’s economy — including trade activities at Dawki, limestone mining, coal production, and tourism.
Rymbui termed the occasion a momentous milestone as the Amlarem Civil Subdivision celebrated its 50th year since its inauguration in 1976 by the then Chief Minister, Capt. Williamson Sangma.
GAD Minister Sosthenes Sohtun spoke on the benefits of the CM Connect initiative for the area, stating that it would be a blessing for the people.
CM inspects EMRS, Umladhur
To review the progress and quality of construction, the chief minister also visited Umladhur village in Amlarem to inspect the Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS), which is presently about 70% complete.
The project is being funded by the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs at a cost of Rs 45 crore and is being implemented by WAPCOS Ltd., New Delhi.
The chief minister was accompanied by the Minister, Education, Lahkmen Rymbui, along with officials from various government departments, traditional leaders, and local representatives.
During the inspection, Sangma stated that upon completion, the school will greatly enhance educational opportunities in the region and serve as an important institution for the community’s social and academic growth.
He also directed the contractors and departmental officers to expedite the remaining works so that the school can become operational by the year 2026, enabling students to begin their studies at the earliest.
