Department of Information and Public Relations

Press Release No. 148/22

WORLD RED CROSS DAY OBSERVED ON 13.05.2022

The deferred observance of World Red Cross Day on the theme “Be Humankind” was today held at Raj Bhavan, Shillong wherein Meghalaya Governor, Shri. Satya Pal Malik who is also the President of the Indian Red Cross Society, Meghalaya graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.

Speaking on the occasion, the Governor said that the Red Cross is one of the oldest humanitarian organizations in the world whose dedicated service has benefited millions. While appreciating the services rendered by the Red Cross Society, the Governor stressed on the need to imbibe the spirit of serving fellow human beings and to assist the Red Cross in its services. He, therefore, called upon the people to rededicate their pledge in extending their cooperation and support to the Red Cross in their quest to serve mankind. Lauding the role played by the Meghalaya Red Cross Society during the Covid 19- pandemic, he urged the people of the State to come forward and take advantage of the training programmes of the organization so as to prepare themselves for tackling any hazard and natural disaster.

Earlier, the Governor released the Red Cross Flag and also distributed certificates to new Life Members of the Red Cross Society of the State.

World Red Cross Day, alternatively known as World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, is annually observed on May 8, to commemorate the birth anniversary of Swiss businessman Henri Dunant, whose efforts led to the creation of the International Committee of the Red Cross, adoption of Geneva conventions and creation of the iconic Red Cross.

Press Release No. 149/22

CURTAIN RAISER TO THE INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY 2022 HELD AT NEHU SHILLONG ON 13.05.2022

The NSS Cell, NEHU organised a one day programme on Yoga on 13th May 2022 at the Community Hall, NEHU as a curtain raiser to the International Yoga Day 21st June 2022. The programme which was held in collaboration with the Meghalaya Yog Samiti, Shillong was attended by a large number of NSS volunteers from different colleges/institutions of Shillong.

Dr. M. M. Khymdeit, NSS Programme Coordinator, NSS Cell, NEHU gave the welcome address. Prof. S. B. Prasad, Vice-Chancellor Incharge graced the occasion as Chief Guest and Shri. F. Rumnong, State NSS Officer, Government of Meghalaya was the Guest of Honour. Dr. S. Kharmawphlang, NSS Programme Officer, NSS Unit, NEHU, Shillong proposed the vote of thanks. This was followed by the demonstration and practice of the Common Yoga Protocol as prescribed by the Ministry of Ayush and conducted by the team of Meghalaya Yog Samiti. A brief presentation on Yoga Asanas for sports was also given as part of Yoga promotional activities.

The programme concluded with the distribution of certificates to the participants by Shri. F. Rumnong, State NSS Officer, Government of Meghalaya, Shillong.

Press Release No. 150/22

CM INAUGURATES FIRST P. A SANGMA MEMORIAL LECTURE CUM SEMINAR AT BODOLAND UNIVERSITY ON 13.05.2022

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Friday paid tribute to his late father Purno Agitok Sangma at Bodoland University in Kokrajhar Assam. Addressing at the inaugural session of the first Purno A Sangma Memorial Lecturer cum Seminar at the University campus in presence of Assam Minister UG Brahma and CEM of Bodoland Territorial Council Pramod Boro, the chief minister spoke at length on the ideals of his late father.

“(L) P.A. Sangma as a person has left behind a legacy for generations. For me as a person, he was more than a father. He was a simple person but always stood for the rights of our people. He has always voiced his concerns for the people of the region. He has motivated many youngsters like me during his peak in politics,” the chief minister said, while elaborating on the Late Sangma’s persona and a man who always stood for the voiceless and the marginalized. Talking about Late Sangma’s struggle as a child, he motivated the young audience in the gathering by detailing on his early life. “My late father had a hard life as a child. Nothing came easy to him. He was adopted by the missionaries, where he used to clean plates, clean rooms and cook food. The missionaries taught him the lesson of life. As a person I understand that he struggled in life and took up the challenge to march ahead,” he said.

“We have to learn to adapt to different situations. If we closely study PA Sangma’s life, we can understand that he responded differently to the situations that came his way. No matter what challenges came ahead in his life, he was ready for all of them,” he added. Talking about struggle and success, he said, “It is important to learn and adapt to those situations and look at positively by accepting success or failure”.