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Press Release No. 65/23

CM INSPECTS ONGOING CONSTRUCTION OF VARIOUS INFRA PROJECTS IN TURA

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday inspected several ongoing projects with Tura and its adjoining areas in West Garo Hills. He inspected the ongoing construction of the Tura Medical College at Doldegre, about 7 km from Tura town, where Tura Civil Hospital is located.

Reviewing the ongoing construction with officials of health department, Deputy Commissioner of West Garo Hills and officials of the construction company, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said that the pace of the construction is slow, which has been speeded up recently. The civil works of the college should be completed by June-July next year. We are hopeful to complete the infrastructure and start the medical college. The process to increase the beds in Tura Civil Hospital will also start soon, the Chief Minister added.

The Chief Minister has also directed the Deputy Commissioner Jagdish Chelani to hold regular review with the construction company and ensure that the college is completed within next year. He also inspected the ongoing construction of Tura Youth Convention Centre, which is coming up at Dakopgre and also the Track and Field Stadium.

Expressing happiness over the ongoing construction of the sports and youth facilities, he said, we expect that within 1.5 years, the stadium and the convention centre will be inaugurated. These two infrastructures will be a blessing for Tura town and the State as a whole as different kinds of sports, games and events of State and national level can be held in Tura in the near future.

Press Release No. 66/23

122ND ANNIVERSARY OF SWAMI VIVEKANANDA VISIT TO SHILLONG COMMEMORATED

Commemorating the 122nd Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda visit to Shillong, the Foundation Day celebration of Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Cultural Centre (RKMVCC) was today held at RKMVCC, Quinton Road, Shillong.

The Governor of Meghalaya, Shri Paghu Chauhan graced the programme as the Chief Guest. The event paid tribute to Swami Vivekananda, a visionary who played a pivotal role in shaping modern India's rise to prominence.

Addressing the gathering, Shri Phagu Chauhan, praised Swami Vivekananda as a warrior saint who changed the destiny of India, inspiring the nation to rise against its enemies and embrace its unique identity. The Governor also lauded Swami Vivekananda teachings on man making and character building, which have produced countless selfless leaders.

The Governor urged young people to take up the mantle of leadership and excellence, to be willing to sacrifice their comfort, privileges, and preferences to help those who are less fortunate. He further commended the Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Cultural Centre for its efforts in training about 2100 students in computer and language skill and expressed hope that the Mission will continue to make a positive impact on society.

The event featured various activities that paid tribute to Swami Vivekananda teachings and legacy, including the magazine release of Ka Jingshai- The Light Vol. volume 4 issue 1, the facilitation of former and present teachers and the distribution of Vivekananda Award of Excellence among others.