Department of Information and Public Relations

Press Release No. 573/20

ORDER

Due to the detection of positive COVlD-19 cases/ high risk contacts in specific specified compound at Nongsohphoh Upper Mawprem and due to recent high risk and low risk contact with the COVID-19 positive cases, vulnerable and affected areas require aggressive contact tracing, quarantine, testing and isolation as well as containment in the interest of health of general public against any possible spread of COVID-19, the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District, in an order issued on 15th August, 2020 has declared the Thiang Compound, Raj Compound and Hari Compound at Nongsohphoh, Upper Mawprem as containment areas with effect from 15th August, 2020 so as to restrict unregulated entry and exit movement on site. The order states that no person, public are allowed to move into the containment area and inhabitants within the containment area shall not move out, besides all inhabitants within the containment area shall strictly remain inside their home. Gatherings, events, functions whatsoever of any nature and forms including social, political, religious, economic activities are not allowed. All shopping establishments shall be closed immediately and supply of essential and medical requirements for purchase will be ensured through various teams formed by the District Administration.

All Government and private institutions located within the boundary of the containment area are to close forthwith, till further orders. According to the order, the Incident Commander, Zone-IV, will be the Supervising Officer of Thiang Compound, Raj Compound and Hari Compound at Nongsohphoh, Upper Mawprem which are declared as containment areas. The order, however, will not apply to health workers and essential workers of Shillong Municipal Board, press including electronic and print media, petrol pump and LPG delivery workforce. The order also states that any violation of the order will entail prosecution under the penal provision of Disaster Management Act, 2005 and I.P.C

Press Release No. 574/20

74TH INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATED

Along with the rest of the country, Meghalaya today celebrated the 74th Independence Day across the state. In the State capital Shillong, Chief Minister, Shri Conrad K. Sangma unfurled the National Flag and took the Rashtriya Salute of three Parade Contingents comprising CRPF, 1st MLP Bn. and Meghalaya Police Radio Organisation and brass band of Border Wing Home Guards. On the occasion, the Chief Minister handed over the citations to Dr. N. Wanswett, DHS (MCH & FW) in recognition to the works and courage of 71 healthcare front liners working to fight COVID 19 pandemic and who in the process contracted the virus.

At Nongstoin, West Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner, Shri T. Lyngwa unfurled the National Flag and took the Rashtriya Salute of two police contingents of District Executive Force and 4th MLP Bn at St, Peter’s Higher Secondary School playground Pyndengrei Nongstoin. At Nongpoh, Ri Bhoi District Deputy Commissioner, Smti R.M Kurbah unfurled the National flag and took the Rashtriya salute of the two parade contingents represented by the 6th MLP Battalion, Umran at a function held at Circuit House, Nongpoh. At Jowai, West Jaintia Hills Deputy Commissioner, Shri Garod LSN Dykes unfurled the National Flag at Jrisalein Playground, Chutwakhu. It may also be mentioned that as Flag hoisting was permitted in localities, almost all localities in Jowai Town hoisted the National Flag in their respective localities with minimal participants with strict adherence to the SOPs.

At Tura, West Garo Hills Deputy Commissioner, Shri Ram Singh hoisted the National Flag today at P A Sangma Stadium, Dakopgre, and took the Rashtriya Salute of Parade Contingents comprising of Tura DEF and 2nd MLP Battalion, Goeragre. During the function, the Chief Guest presented the Certificates of Appreciation Award for the Frontline Workers comprising of the team of Medical Officers, Staff Nurses, Technician, etc At Williamnagar, East Garo Hills Deputy Commissioner, Shri Swapnil Tembe unfurled the National Flag and took the Rashtriya Salute of the parade contingent represented by the Meghalaya Police at Rongrenggre Govt. Higher Secondary School playground. At Baghmara, South Garo Hills Deputy Commissioner, Shri H. B. Marak unfurled the National Flag and took Rashtriya Salute of the parade contingent represented by District Police at District Sports Playground, Baghmara. The COVID 19 warriors comprising of Doctors, Police and the District Officers of various line departments and staffs were felicitated in recognition for their noble services in tackling the COVID 19 situation in the District.

At Resubelpara, North Garo Hills Deputy Commissioner, Shri S. C. Sadhu unfurled the National Flag at Mini Stadium Resubelpara. Highlights of the celebration were felicitation of Covid Warriors, awards and certificates for best performing Anganwadi, ANM and ASHA workers. At Mawkyrwat, South West Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner, Miss Isawanda Laloo unfurled the National Flag at the office premises of the Deputy Commissioner, Mawkyrwat. The day was celebrated by following strict health protocols such as social distancing, wearing of masks, thermal screening etc. At Ampati, South West Garo Hills Deputy Commissioner, Shri Ashish M. Sangma unfurled the National Flag at Ampati Students’ Field, Ampati. During the function, the Chief Guest gave away the COVID Warrior certificates of appreciation in recognition of the hard work and efforts of all the frontline workers in the district, including the District medical team, District police, executive magistrates and others. At Khliehriat, Deputy Commissioner, East Jaintia Hills District, Shri. F.M. Dopth, unfurled the National Flag at Khliehriat Higher Secondary School Playground, East Jaintia Hills District. During the function, the Deputy Commissioner handed over the District Bravery Award 2020 to Miss. Lini Dkhar for her courageous act.

Press Release No. 575/20

ORTRAITS UNVEILED AT RAJ BHAVAN

On the occasion of the 74th Independence Day Celebration, Meghalaya Governor, Shri Tathagata Roy and the First Lady of Meghalaya Smti. Anuradha Roy today unveiled cultural portraits depicting the dances of three major tribes of Meghalaya and the portrait of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in the Durbar Hall of Raj Bhavan. The portraits were painted by renowned artist of the State, Shri Raphael Warjri.

Speaking on the occasion, Shri Tathagata Roy said that the paintings depicting celebrations native to the state of Meghalaya will go a long way in drawing focus to the indigenous tribes and culture of the State. In addition to the existing portraits of freedom fighters of the State, the cultural portraits are a welcome addition to the wealth of Raj Bhavan, he stated. While praising the contribution of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel towards shaping the future of India as we know it, the Governor said it was an honour to have his portrait adorn the walls of the Durbar Hall.

In a separate function on the same day, the Governor also gave away the Crystal Gayle Kharnaior Memorial Award 2020 to Pascal Mario Kmenlang Pathaw for excellence in Visual Arts. The felicitation programme was organised by the Riti Academy. It may be mentioned that the Crystal Gayle Kharnaior Memorial Award was instituted by Riti Academy in memory of Crystal Gayle Kharnaior to recognise excellence in various works of creative expression. Crystal Gayle Kharnaior was one of the three victims who lost her life in August 2017 when a massive tree crushed the vehicle she was travelling in near Raj Bhavan.

Press Release No. 576/20

ORDER

Due to the detection of positive COVlD-19 cases/ high risk contacts in specified houses at Rilbong and due to recent high risk and low risk contact with the COVID-19 positive cases, vulnerable and affected areas require aggressive contact tracing, quarantine, testing and isolation as well as containment in the interest of health of general public against any possible spread of COVID-19, the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District, in an order issued on 15th August, 2020 has declared the house of Shri Gopal Thapa, Nepali Compound, Rilbong and the house of Sushma Taludkar, Burnside Area, near Sankardev College Girls Hostel, Rilbong as containment areas with effect from 15th August, 2020 so as to restrict unregulated entry and exit movement on site. The order states that no person, public are allowed to move into the containment area and inhabitants within the containment area shall not move out, besides all inhabitants within the containment area shall strictly remain inside their home. Gatherings, events, functions whatsoever of any nature and forms including social, political, religious, economic activities are not allowed. All shopping establishments shall be closed immediately and supply of essential and medical requirements for purchase will be ensured through various teams formed by the District Administration. All Government and private institutions located within the boundary of the containment area are to close forthwith, till further orders. According to the order, the Incident Commander, Zone-II, will be the Supervising Officer of the house of Shri Gopal Thapa, Nepali Compound, Rilbong and the house of Sushma Taludkar, Burnside Area, near Sankardev Collge Girls Hostel, Rilbong which are declared as containment areas. The order, however, will not apply to health workers and essential workers of Shillong Municipal Board, press including electronic and print media, petrol pump and LPG delivery workforce. The order also states that any violation of the order will entail prosecution under the penal provision of Disaster Management Act, 2005 and I.P.C.