Shillong, July 8: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Saturday inaugurated the Annex building of the Meghalaya High Court, Shillong.
Present on the occasion were Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court Sanjib Banerjee, Education Minister Rakkam Sangma, Law Minister Dr Ampareen Lyngdoh among others.
The new annex building marks a significant milestone in the expansion and enhancement of the state’s judicial infrastructure. The new building was constructed at a cost of Rs. 45 cr and houses an auditorium, rooms for lawyers, and other administrative facilities.
The annex building will provide much-needed space and facilities to support the High Court’s functioning.
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma expressed his appreciation for the efforts undertaken to establish the annex building. He emphasized the importance of a well-equipped and modern judicial infrastructure to ensure the effective delivery of justice.
The Chief Minister praised the Meghalaya High Court for its commitment to upholding the principles of fairness, transparency, and access to justice for all.
The annex building will significantly contribute to enhancing the capacity and efficiency of the Meghalaya High Court.
Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court, Sanjib Banerjee, highlighted the annex building as a positive step towards improving the overall functioning of the judiciary. He underscored the importance of providing a conducive environment for judges, lawyers, and litigants to ensure the smooth and expeditious dispensation of justice.
With the addition of the annex building, the Meghalaya High Court aims to strengthen its commitment to justice and uphold the rights of the people.
Govt’s push to improve education infrastructure
CM Conrad Sangma also highlighted the government’s commitment to overall infrastructure development in the state. He shared that substantial investments have been made in recent years to improve and upgrade government LP and UP schools, as well as higher education facilities.
Underlining the government’s focus on education, Chief Minister said that process to repair, renovate, and construct over 2500 LP & UP school infrastructures in the coming years is also undergoing.
This initiative aims to enhance the learning environment and provide modern facilities for students across Meghalaya. The government’s vision is to ensure that every student has access to quality education in well-equipped educational institutions.
The investment in school infrastructure aligns with the government’s broader goal of strengthening the foundation of the state’s education system. By creating conducive learning spaces and providing necessary resources, the government aims to empower students and enable them to achieve their full potential.
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