Press Releases
| Tuesday, February 1, 2011 |
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Press Release No. 42/11 CHIEF MINISTER MEETS UNION MINISTER FOR CIVIL AVIATION Shillong, February 1, 2011: The Chief Minister, Meghalaya Dr Mukul Sangma called upon Shri Vayallar Ravi, Union Minister for Civil Aviation on the 31st January, 2011 to discuss matters relating to the development of civil aviation in the State. The Hon’ble Union Minister agreed to Meghalaya’s request for inauguration of the new terminal at Umroi Airport, Shillong in the last week of February, 2011. The additional land acquired by the State Govt. for expansion of the airport is also proposed to be formerly handed over to the Airport Authority of India on that day. The Expansion of Tura Baljek Airport was also agreed for which Government of Meghalaya will make available requisite land. Operation of an additional flight from Umroi Aiport to Delhi via Kolkata was agreed upon in principle to facilitate better air connectivity between Shillong and the National Capital. |
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Press Release No. 43/11 EX-SERVICEMEN ANNUAL STATE RALLY 2011 Shillong, February 1, 2011: Brig ( Retd ) William JB Sturgeon, YSM, SM Secretary, Rajya Sainik Board & Director, Sainik Welfare, Meghalaya has informed that the Ex- Servicemen State Rally will be held on 11th February, 2011 at Don Bosco Youth Centre Hall, Shillong at 10:00 AM. Gifts will also be distributed to deserving Ex-Servicemen and widows. Ex- Servicemen may wear their Regimental Uniform at the rally. |
