NPP committed to positive development: Conrad Sangma
Shillong, Feb 11: NPP Chief and Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma campaigned today in the Nongstoin constituency to garner support for the party’s candidate for the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC), Dressar Marngar.
Urging voters not to be swayed by speeches where political parties attempt to “brainwash” and spread misinformation, the NPP chief sought a mandate for the ruling party.
“There will be a lot of heat during the elections, but after they are over, people will again talk about development, livelihoods, and the support they need,” he said, adding further, he said, “Our party holds an absolute majority in the assembly. It is only the NPP that can provide the necessary support and bring the development we deserve. Therefore, it is imperative that we vote for the government that can deliver on development.”
“We should not think in any other way but to vote for the ruling party,” he asserted.
Highlighting the NPP’s commitment to the welfare of the people, he remarked, “Many will make claims and promises in politics, but we are here to serve the people and bring development. That is what governance is about. Why should we pay attention to baseless allegations when, after elections, those who make them will disappear along with their promises? Think about what will happen after February 24.”
Touching upon the coal mining ban imposed in the state, the NPP chief remarked that it was the NPP that challenged the ban and successfully obtained approval for scientific mining in the state.
“Officials from the coal ministry have already inspected the mines in the Jaintia Hills and will soon visit the mines in West Khasi Hills. We have overcome one of the biggest challenges, and we hope it will bring positive change,” he said.
He assured traditional miners that they would not need to go through a rigorous approval process for mining. “Miners of sand and other small quarries, spanning less than 10,000 square feet, has urged for exemption from stringent regulation. As a government, we have approached centre for exemptions from stringent rules and regulations for small miners. We aim to ensure that the traditional miners will not have to face these challenges”.
He also highlighted the government’s initiatives for the development of sports, education, and infrastructure across the state. He noted that the construction of a football stadium and a track-and-field stadium in Nongstoin stands as a testament to the NPP’s commitment to the people.
During the programme, NPP chief also heard the concerns of the public, who had converged to attend the election meeting.
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