Shillong, Jan 11: Leader of Opposition and former chief minister Mukul Sangma on Wednesday slammed the Conrad K Sangma-led MDA government for failing the people of the state.
Addressing the AITC block meeting at Phulbari, West Garo Hills District, Sangma said, “Many false promises have been made before the elections and the realities get exposed when they are in power. In the past five years, the people of Meghalaya have suffered immeasurably due to the NPP-led MDA government. Our teachers, students, youth, poor and other groups have been deprived of many things. In the name of the border problem, the lands of the villagers have been snatched away. We have been made victims.”
Sangma also affirmed to sweep the upcoming elections and ensure unparalleled development.
He remarked, “We have announced candidates for 52 constituencies. We have come to Phulbari only after officially announcing the candidate name for your constituency. Out of the 24 seats in Garo Hills, Meghalaya TMC is flourishing in 16 seats. We assure you that we will form the government as we believe it is our responsibility to work for the welfare and development of all.”
In his speech, former MLA and TMC candidate from Phulbari SG Esmatur Mominin lambasted the CM over the ‘deliberate ignorance’ towards minorities.
He said, “In the last 5 years, I have tried to help everyone in my constituency irrespective of their economic status. I have never asked anyone to return home empty-handed. Today I’m with Meghalaya TMC and with Dr. Mukul Sangma. You all should be aware of what he has done for us. It is extremely unfortunate to know that CM Conrad Sangma has not done anything for the minority communities. I have decided to take things up and accomplish this myself.”
While this high-voltage block event saw people celebrating the presence of Meghalaya TMC, the extensive support also heralded the fall of the dwindling NPP-led MDA government in the plain belt of Garo Hills, sending a reverberating message of unwavering faith bestowed by the people upon Meghalaya TMC.
With each passing day, Meghalaya TMC is becoming an indispensable party voicing the rights and aspirations of the people of Meghalaya. Today, the party launched the official campaign song in both Khasi and Garo languages.
The songs resonate with the hopes and aspirations of the beloved people of the state. They also emphasize that there is always hope ahead of the darkness, with Meghalaya TMC etched in the hearts of millions.
Furthermore, the Phulbari event also witnessed people jumping to their feet with exhilaration while the campaign song was played at the start of the historic event. Meghalaya TMC candidate from Rajabala Dr. Mizanur Rahman Kazi, Meghalaya TMC State General Secretary Mukul Das, Phulbari Block President Golapson M Sangma, Samanda MDC Lahitson Sangma, Ex-MDCs Wahidur Rahman, Mark Goera Marak & Sofior Rahman, Vice President of the Block Committee Jahir Uddin Miah and other prominent block level leaders were also present at the event.