Shillong, March 15: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma held a review meeting with senior officials today to assess the damages caused by the hailstorm in several parts of the state.
A severe hailstorm struck Tura and nearby areas around 3 AM on Sunday, leaving a trail of damage to homes, vehicles, and crops.
The storm, reported to be the third bout of severe weather during the night, brought unusually large hailstones—some said to be as big as golf balls.
The heavy hail pelted the town for about 20 minutes, puncturing tin roofs and damaging several vehicles parked along roadsides and in open compounds without protective covering.
The meeting was attended by the Chief Secretary, Commissioner & Secretary of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department, and Deputy Commissioners of the affected districts.
During the meeting, the Chief Minister directed officials to closely monitor the ground situation and ensure that immediate relief and assistance reach the affected households without delay.
He also instructed the district administrations to take urgent steps to restore and maintain essential utilities, including electricity and water supply, at the earliest.
Officials were asked to remain vigilant and coordinate with local authorities to assess the extent of the damage and facilitate timely support for those impacted by the hailstorm.
