Shillong, Oct 25: The Hid Foundation Shillong has urged the state government to consider naming a prominent road in Shillong after late Dr DD Lapang and renaming the Science Hall at DC Office in Nongpoh to Dr DD Lapang Memorial Hall.
“This gesture would be a fitting tribute to his enduring legacy and selfless contributions to the state’s development,” the Foundation said in a press release.
As a stalwart leader, Dr Lapang dedicated decades to public service, serving Meghalaya as Chief Minister five times, Deputy Chief Minister twice, Cabinet Minister ten times, and Leader of Opposition twice in the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly, it said.
Mentioning that Dr Lapang was a true nationalist and pro-people leader, the Foundation also mentioned about his pivotal role played in shaping the state’s history, particularly during the Hills State Movement.
He was also instrumental role in creating the Ri-Bhoi district in 1992 that earned him the title of Founding Father of Ri-Bhoi, it said.
“By honouring Dr Lapang’s memory, we can inspire future generations to emulate his commitment to public service and community development,” it added.
