Shillong, June 23: In presence of chief minster Conrad K Sangma, a traditional chief got a unique opportunity to inaugurate the Khatarshnong Laitkroh C&RD block in East Khasi Hills district on Monday.
As the sirdar of Elaka Laitkroh, Pailastar Kharkongor, formally inaugurated the important public infrastructure, local MLAs Gavin Miguel Mylliem and Matthew Beyond Kurbah were also present on the occasion, marking the government’s effort to involve grassroots leaders in development initiatives.
The chief minister said the government is committed to involving community leaders and the public at large in key milestones of development.
“The inauguration of government assets by community leaders like the sirdar signifies our vision to bring administration closer to the people and instill a sense of shared responsibility and ownership,” he said.
The Block Integrated Development Complex is part of a broader initiative to upgrade infrastructure in all 46 existing and 10 newly created C&RD blocks across the state.
“When we assumed office in 2018, we found that many block offices were in poor condition. Since then, we have taken up a mission-mode approach to improve rural infrastructure across all districts. From repairing police stations and sub-division offices to sanctioning new DC office complexes, staff quarters, and multi-purpose halls—we are working to build a stronger foundation for grassroots governance,” the chief minister said.
Reiterating the importance of citizen participation, the chief minister said, “We want the public to not just witness development but be a part of it. By inviting local stakeholders to inaugurate welfare schemes and infrastructure projects, we are encouraging greater civic pride and accountability.”
