Shillong, October 6: The Meghalaya Government has decided to constitute the Sixth Pay Commission for state government employees, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma announced on Tuesday.

In a video statement, Sangma said the process of constituting the commission was already underway, with discussions on its formation completed and the remaining formalities being processed.

“We are happy to inform everyone that we have decided to constitute the Sixth Pay Commission. The process is already underway,” the Chief Minister said.

Sangma said the government expects to announce the chairperson and members of the commission within the next one to two weeks.

He added that the formal notification would be issued once the necessary procedures are completed.

The constitution of the Sixth Pay Commission is expected to pave the way for a review of the pay structure and related benefits of Meghalaya Government employees.