Meghalaya CM meets Amit Shah, discusses situation in Bangladesh

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma met Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss the ongoing situation in Bangladesh and its possible impact on India’s northeastern states. Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong also attended the meeting, which discussed growing concerns among residents of border areas. Sangma said that we also urged the Government of India through the Union Home Minister that if required, more manpower can be made available in the border areas so that security can be strengthened. The Chief Minister informed that the Union Home Minister has assured him that the Government of India will not allow any person to cross the border and comprehensive measures are being implemented to ensure security of the border to prevent any unauthorized movement. Sangma said on social media that the Home Minister reviewed the situation and its implications for the Northeast. The Chief Minister emphasized that the Government of India is committed to border security and urged citizens to maintain peace and harmony. The Chief Minister wrote, “Hon’ble Home Minister Amit Shah Ji today reviewed the ongoing situation in Bangladesh and its impact on the Northeast. During the meeting, concerns and apprehensions of our people were raised. The Government of India is committed to keeping our borders safe and appeals to all to maintain peace and harmony.” The talks come amid rising tensions after the statue of U Tirot Sing Syiem, an iconic Khasi freedom fighter, was vandalised at the Indian Cultural Centre in Dhaka. The incident sparked outrage in Meghalaya, leading to temporary suspension of border trade activities.