CM distributes laptops among meritorious students of Class X, XII
Shillong, Jan 20: The state government is committed to prioritising the state’s youth in the government’s decision-making process, said chief minister Conrad K Sangma while addressing the Meghalaya IT Awards function on Monday.
Meritorious students of Class X and XII were awarded laptops at the function.
Underscoring the importance of empowering young people to drive the state’s growth and development, he said, “The government is keenly focused on the youth of our state.”
“Youth are at the centre of our decision-making, and everything we do is done with your interests in mind,” he said while asserting that all government policies and programmes are designed to cater to the needs and aspirations of young people.
Explaining the government’s efforts to develop sports infrastructure, he said, “We want to nurture our young talents so that we can prepare them to compete at national and international levels, including the Olympics.”
“This initiative is part of the government’s broader strategy to promote holistic development and empower young people to achieve their full potential,” he said.
Informing about the government’s lifecycle approach for decision-making, he said, “Our core focus revolves around on the needs of mothers, children, and young people. We are laying the foundation for the future of our state and our country.”
“Our policies and programmes are designed with a holistic approach, prioritizing the overall growth and development of our state and its people,” he added.
Meanwhile, he congratulated the over 300 plus meritorious students of 2023-24 batch who received the award at U Soso Tham Auditorium Shillong.
Urging the awarded students to be punctual and disciplined in life, he said, “The award is a recognition by the government for your achievement. This is just a beginning of your journey. We believe that you will continue to strive better and motivate others.”
Stating that the traditional scheme-based approaches often overlook the ultimate goal of making a positive impact on people’s lives, he said, “Governments often function on a scheme-based approach, where we focus on implementing programs like PMGSY, JJM, and farmers’ schemes, but in the process, we forget that the purpose of these schemes is to make a difference in people’s lives.”
He said the government is now shifting its focus from mere implementation to outcomes, prioritising the tangible benefits and positive changes that its programmes can bring to the people.
