Shillong, Jan 20 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Tuesday asserted that maintaining law and order situation has been the top priority of the state government and the current ruling dispensation has taken a series of measures to keep the hill state free from crimes.
The Chief Minister today inaugurated the Counter-Insurgency-Anti-Terrorism (CIAT) School and the Integrated Police Welfare Complex at Baghmara, South Garo Hills.
He said: “Maintaining law and order is one of the top priorities for any government. Every small step taken to strengthen the police force contributes to the larger goal of ensuring safety and stability in the state, and I hope the force continues to work with this commitment in the future.”
The Chief Minister noted that the strategic location of the complex provides an ideal environment for training not only Meghalaya Police personnel but also police personnel from across India and abroad.
“The counter-insurgency and anti-terrorism school benefits from dense forest conditions, challenging tropical weather, and difficult terrain, making it an ideal location for advanced training programmes,” he said.
He emphasised the importance of continuous innovation and development in training, particularly in the context of evolving law enforcement and counter-terrorism challenges.
“I encourage officials to ensure that this facility is used effectively and continuously upgraded to meet the changing demands of modern policing, technology, and counter-terrorism strategies, especially given our proximity to the state border. Innovation and continuous development in training will be critical,” Sangma added.
The complex consists of six components – Police Hospital/Dispensary, Officers’ Mess, Police Welfare Training Centre, Sports Complex, and Recreational Centre. It also includes an approach road and an overhead water tank.
Executed between February 2022 and January 2026, the complex reflects the government’s commitment to enhancing morale, efficiency, training standards, and the welfare of the police force.
The programme was attended by Deputy Chief Minister I/c Home Prestone Tynsong, Minister of Education Lahkmen Rymbui, Director General of Police I. Nongrang, Chief Secretary Shakil P. Ahammed, senior civil and police officials, and other dignitaries.
Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong expressed his delight at the inauguration, noting that “Baghmara will now receive the same attention and development as other districts.”
He highlighted the significance of the complex for police personnel and the local population, stating that it will inspire and support our officers while serving the people of the state, particularly in this district.
–IANS
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