KSU opposes appointment of non-local at MSPCB office

SHILLONG: The Khasi Students’ Union (KSU), Nongthymmai Circle, has opposed a move to appoint a non-local at the office of Meghalaya State Pollution Control Board (MSPCB). In a statement issued here, the KSU has alleged that the Board was trying to secretly appoint a nonlocal. The students’ union had also met the Chairman and Member Secretary of the Board to revoke the appointment. The officials agreed to revoke the appointment, asking the Union to send a local person, who is experienced in gardening, and who would work as a casual worker for three months. The students’ union members have assured to meet up to the prerequisites laid down by the officials. The KSU has also said that offices should follow the state’s reservation policy with regard to appointment to any vacant post