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Over 800 Localities Registered Under Meghalaya's Security Act: CM Sangma

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma informed the state assembly that 817 localities and 427 sub-localities have been registered under the Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act (MRSSA) of 2016. He stated that the core objective of registering and monitoring people entering the state continues, despite legal setbacks from a High Court ruling. Sangma emphasized the massive administrative challenge, given the state has over 7,000 villages, and called for collective effort from all stakeholders. The government plans a phased expansion of the registration drive to ensure resident safety and manage migration concerns.

Key Points: Meghalaya Registers 800+ Localities Under Security Act

  • 817 localities registered
  • Act aims to monitor entrants
  • Implementation faced legal hurdles
  • Registration process regaining momentum
  • Govt plans phased expansion
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Over 800 localities registered under Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act: CM Sangma

CM Conrad Sangma says 817 localities registered under Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act, with registration ongoing for monitoring residents.

"The second part, which is getting registration and monitoring people coming to the state, can continue. I can assure the House. - Conrad K. Sangma"

Shillong, Feb 19

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday informed the state legislative Assembly that 817 localities and 427 sub-localities across the state have so far been registered under the Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act, 2016, adding that the registration process is still underway.

Replying to a resolution moved by the Leader of Opposition, the Chief Minister said that the core objective of the Act - registration and monitoring of people entering the state - will continue to be implemented in a sustained manner.

"The second part, which is getting registration and monitoring people coming to the state, can continue. I can assure the House," Sangma stated.

Tracing the progress of the Act, the Chief Minister said that after his government assumed office in 2018, steps were initiated to operationalise the MRSSA by establishing facilitation centres and entry-exit points across the state.

However, he pointed out that the implementation suffered a major setback when the Meghalaya High Court struck down certain provisions of the Act.

Despite the legal hurdles, Sangma maintained that the government remains committed to achieving the legislation's broader objectives. Emphasising the scale of the exercise, he noted that Meghalaya has more than 7,000 listed villages, making the task of registration and monitoring a massive administrative challenge.

The Chief Minister underlined the importance of collective responsibility in successfully implementing the Act.

"This can happen only when all of us work together. Everybody has to put in an effort," he told the Assembly, appealing to all stakeholders, including local authorities and community leaders, to cooperate with the government.

Sangma further assured the House that the process has regained momentum and that work is progressing steadily in the areas already covered.

He added that the government is planning to extend the registration drive to other parts of the state in a phased manner.

Reiterating his government's commitment to ensuring the safety, security, and orderly management of residents and migrants, the Chief Minister said the MRSSA remains an important tool to address concerns related to the influx while safeguarding the interests of the people of Meghalaya.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Good to see the government is committed despite legal hurdles. The North-East has unique challenges and states must have the right to manage demographic changes. Safety and security of locals should be paramount.
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Aman W
While the intent for safety is understood, I hope this doesn't create a "permit raj" feeling for Indians from other states. We are one country. The process should be simple, transparent, and online to avoid corruption at these entry points.
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Sarah B
Monitoring over 7000 villages is a huge task! The administrative cost must be enormous. I wonder if the funds could be better used for creating jobs and infrastructure that benefit both locals and migrants.
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Vikram M
The High Court struck down parts of it for a reason. The government needs to ensure the Act doesn't violate fundamental rights. There's a thin line between security and overreach. Hope they find the right balance.
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Nisha Z
As someone from the region, I appreciate this. It's not about being unwelcoming, but about preserving our way of life and ensuring sustainable development. Collective responsibility, as the CM said, is key. 👍

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