Conrad inaugurates upgraded block offices at Songsak, Dambo Rongjeng
Shillong, May 28: With an objective of bringing governance further closer to the people at the grassroots, chief minister Conrad K Sangma on Wednesday inaugurated two upgraded Block Integrated Development Complexes in East Garo Hills district.
The upgraded complexes at Songsak and Dambo Rongjeng are part of a larger initiative under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme, which aims to revamp dilapidated government infrastructure and improve public service delivery.
In his address at Songsak, the chief minister highlighted the transformative role of SASCI scheme, saying, “This is one positive story of SASCI scheme that has enabled us to upgrade our block offices, many of which were left in a dilapidated condition for decades.”
Meghalaya currently has 56 community and rural development (C&RD) blocks, many of which are currently witnessing long-overdue renovations.
At Dambo Rongjeng C&RD Block, Sangma emphasised the broader vision behind the state’s infrastructure overhaul.
“The objective is to create a more efficient, motivating work environment that empowers our teams at grassroots level to deliver effective governance and quality public service,” he stated.
He also announced plans to develop staff quarters in various locations across the state to provide housing and support for government employees serving in rural and remote areas.
The state government has sanctioned over Rs 120 crore for upgrading block offices across the state.
Besides, the chief minister recently announced sanction for buildings of 10 new C&RD blocks.
