Meghalaya CM lays foundation of addl secretariat at Dakopgre in Tura
Shillong: CM Conrad K Sangma on Thursday laid the foundation for the additional secretariat complex, to be built at an estimated cost of Rs 156 crore at Dakopgre in Tura, fulfilling a long-felt aspiration of the people of the Garo Hills region of the state.
Terming the project 'historic' for the people of the state and particularly the Garo Hills, he said, "…It is a day for each one of us to remember. The additional secretariat complex is not just a building but a testament to the fulfillment of the aspirations of our people". The additional secretariat will serve the people of the Garo Hills, who had to face a lot of problems to avail govt services, the CM said. It will have rooms for CM and his cabinet, chief secretary and other senior offices and also house offices of different govt departments.
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