Nongstoin, October 15: The Federation of Khasi-Jaintia and Garo People (FKJGP), West Khasi Hills District, has urged the Meghalaya Government to address major development concerns, including interstate border disputes, healthcare, education, road connectivity, tourism, sports and urban infrastructure.
In a memorandum submitted to Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma during his official visit to Nongstoin, the organisation called for the early resolution of Assam-Meghalaya border issues and the strengthening of the Mallangkona and Langpih Border Outposts.
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It also sought improved healthcare facilities, specialist doctors, dialysis and cancer care services, and the upgradation of selected health centres. In education, the FKJGP urged the government to establish government colleges offering Science and Commerce streams and operationalise the Polytechnic College at Mawrusyiar and the Industrial Training Institute.
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The organisation further called for faster road development, improved access to tourist destinations, and the promotion of eco-tourism to generate employment and boost the local economy. It also sought an artificial-turf playground at Nongstoin, faster completion of the synthetic track at Nongpathar and stronger urban planning in Nongstoin and Mairang.
The memorandum was signed by FKJGP West Khasi Hills District President Pynshai K. Bani and General Secretary Willis Syiem.
