Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma emphasized the state government’s continued focus on inclusive and sustainable development, particularly in rural and forest areas.
Addressing the “Our Magnificent Vision 2032 | Meghalaya” program held at the Sports Complex in Baghmara, South Garo Hills, on Monday, Sangma said he had visited South Garo Hills several times over the past eight years and had always emphasized the importance of the district in the state’s development journey.
“In my first meeting here in my official capacity as the chief minister, I had assured that I would do my best to bring development and transformation to the district. Though we have not been able to meet all the aspirations of the people, we have worked hard to implement different developmental works in the district,” he said.
Notably, the program marked the celebration of eight years of the MDA government, highlighting the government’s continued focus on improved service delivery, sustainable infrastructure, and opportunities for all under the Vision 2032 roadmap.
The chief minister presented an overview of major development initiatives undertaken in the district over the past eight years, with a presentation highlighting sector-wise investments and projects in South Garo Hills.
He informed that the government has invested significantly in key sectors, including public health engineering projects worth about Rs 354 crore, education projects worth Rs 235 crore, and tourism initiatives worth about Rs 90 crore.
Under the homestay program alone, Rs 3.16 crore has been extended to beneficiaries to promote community-based tourism.
Other initiatives include Rs 5.7 crore under the CM Elevate program, Rs 7.18 crore under Green Meghalaya, and Rs 11.24 crore under the FOCUS+ program.
The chief minister said that the government has undertaken infrastructure projects worth about Rs 2,144 crore in the district over the past eight years.
In addition, he informed us that the Greater Baghmara Water Supply Scheme Phase II, estimated at Rs 140 crore and sanctioned by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, will soon move forward with the floating of tenders.
Stating that the total value of development projects in the district now exceeds ₹5,000 crore, he said, “With the completion of these projects, South Garo Hills will also be among the other developed districts of Garo Hills.”
He further remarked on the changing perception of the district, saying, “South Garo Hills, which was once known as the most neglected district, is slowly transforming into one of the most preferred districts.”
During the program, the chief minister participated in the distribution of benefits under the Green Meghalaya initiative and the FOCUS+ program.
A total of 30 beneficiaries received incentives under Green Meghalaya amounting to Rs 15,355,554, while 20 beneficiaries received support under the FOCUS+ program with a total amount of Rs 50,000 disbursed during the event. The program also featured experience-sharing sessions by beneficiaries of both initiatives.
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