Shillong: North Shillong MLA Adelbert Nongrum handed a new hearse van to the Seng Khasi Kmie this Monday. The van cost Rs 13.77 lakh. It came from the Chief Minister’s Special Development Fund for the 2023 to 2025 financial years. Nongrum wants to help families move the deceased with dignity. He says, "Love, compassion, and respect should remain the guiding principles of public service." Seng Khasi Kmie leaders O. Pyngrope, P.D. Nongrum, Skor Jala, Rangpher Rynjah, and Wallamphang Roy attended the handover.
Mawkyrwat MLA Renikton L Tongkhar opened a new trekking trail at Synrang Mawrin cave near Mawten village. The project cost Rs 15 lakh. It aims to pull more tourists to the South West Khasi Hills. Tongkhar also marked the finish of a Rs 10 lakh fencing project at the Mawten Presbyterian Church. The MLA praised the local Dorbar Shnong for their work on the cave. He asked them to finish the trail using the 125-day employment scheme. Other local projects include an internal road network and a footpath to Od Rngai Falls costing Rs 99 lakh.
The Seng Bhalang Islam held its 32nd General Assembly on Sunday. They recognized 20 students for high academic marks. Arts and Culture Minister Sanbor Shullai appeared as the guest of honor. Members reviewed the group's agenda and pushed students to keep chasing their goals.
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