Department of Information and Public Relations

Press Release No. 107/10

NOTIFICATION

Shillong, March 23, 2010: The Government of Meghalaya has decided that in addition to the “No Visitors Day” on every Wednesday, there would also be a “No Visitors without prior appointment day” every Mondays. This was informed by the Under Secretary to the Government of Meghalaya, Secretariat Administration Department.

Press Release No. 108/10

CHIEF MINISTER INVITED TO BANGKOK AND DHAKA

Shillong, March 23, 2010: Dr.D.D.Lapang, Chief Minister, was invited by the International Trade Fair Authority of Assam to represent North East and inaugurate the “2nd Made in North East India Carnival” on 20th March, 2010 at Bangkok alongwith Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand. He was also scheduled to inaugurate the Liaison office of the Organization in the city, in which as per arrangements with the Commerce and Industries Department, of the State an area for Meghalaya Information Centre was decided to be established. Though the Government of India cleared his visit for the purpose, Chief Minister had to cancel the tour because of the ensuing Budget Session of the Assembly.

Dr.(Mrs). Dipu Moni, Foreign Minister of Bangladesh on behalf of her government also invited the Chief Minister to participate in the Independence and National Day Celebration of Bangladesh at Dhaka on 26th March 2010. Once again, because of being engaged with the Budget Session Chief Minister had to convey his regret.

In his letter of regret to the Foreign Minister of Bangladesh Dr. Lapang said “it would have been a great honour and privilege on my part to be present on this memorable occasion of your country amidst the people of Bangladesh, to share moments of happiness and celebration of the National Day. However, due to the ensuing Budget Session of the Legislative Assembly in my State, where my presence is required, I regret my inability to be in Dhaka to participate on this joyous event”.

Dr. Lapang further said that “Bangladesh is one of the dearest sisters of India and when its people fought for liberty, the heart and souls of the people of our country remained steadfast for the success in their Endeavours. I, for myself, remember how thousands of people laid down their lives because of which your country is breathing with pride this day and albeit we should never forget their sacrifice. Remembering all the great souls responsible for independent Bangladesh and all current leaders who are taking the country ahead towards a developed and successful State, I on my part would like to salute and convey my heartiest congratulations and good wishes on this great day. Today we are miles apart but I want to reach across the miles and say that my heart is with the people of Bangladesh in a special way on this memorable day of your country”.