Tura, August 29: The Governor’s House in Tura was today formally handed over to Raj Bhavan in the presence of senior officials and departmental representatives. The handing over ceremony was carried out by Vibhor Aggarwal, Deputy Commissioner, West Garo Hills, to Dr. B. D. R. Tiwari, Commissioner & Secretary to the Governor of Meghalaya, who led the Advance Team from Raj Bhavan, Shillong.
The official handing over ceremony was attended by Abraham T. Sangma, Superintendent of Police, Tura; A. Lakiang, Joint Secretary to the Governor; D. Diengdoh, Assistant Executive Engineer, Raj Bhavan; C.K. Sangma, Executive Engineer, PWD (Building), Tura Sub-Division; and Dominic Marak, Assistant Executive Engineer, PWD (Building), Tura Sub-Division, among others.
Following the ceremony, Dr. Tiwari convened a joint meeting with officers from Agriculture, Horticulture, PHE, PWD (Civil & Electrical Division), Fire Service, Police Department (Special Branch), Home Guards, and NCC. The meeting deliberated on measures to ensure that the Raj Bhavan premises in Tura remain secure, well-maintained, and adequately equipped. Key issues discussed included strengthening boundary fencing with barbed wire, ensuring adequate lighting across the campus, conducting fire safety audits, and taking up a comprehensive security assessment. Provisions for uninterrupted power supply with sustainable alternatives such as a solar plant, along with improving water supply and exploring the feasibility of a treatment facility, were also highlighted.
Dr. Tiwari further stressed the importance of plantation drives to maintain a green environment within the premises and suggested creating accommodation facilities for NCC personnel inside the campus. He also proposed the installation of a Borang or Garo cultural tree house at the entrance of the Governor’s House to highlight the rich culture, history, and significance of the Garo tribe, noting that it would serve as a cultural recognition and symbol of identity for the local community. Additionally, he inspected the campus and gave his suggestions on different additional work that can be done while strongly emphasising the need to make the Governor’s House more beautiful and welcoming with gardens and landscaped greenery, ensuring that the campus reflects dignity, culture, and serenity.
Dr. Tiwari called upon all concerned departments to work in close coordination to ensure that the Raj Bhavan at Tura reflects the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and cultural representation.
