The Committee on Empowerment of Women of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly on Tuesday (July 2, 2024) convened a meeting at the West Garo Hills Deputy Commissioner’s Office in Tura.

Tura, July 4: The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioners of West Garo Hills and South West Garo Hills, the Superintendent of Police of South West Garo Hills, and other officials. The primary focus was on various issues, especially Crimes Against Women and Children.

The meeting was chaired by Committee Chairperson Smti Santa Mary Shylla, in the presence of Committee Members Shri Marthon J Sangma, MLA, Shri Matthew B Kurbah, MLA, Shri Brightstarwell Marbaniang, MLA, Shri Gabriel Wahlang, MLA, and Shri Damanbiat Lamare, MLA.

During their visit, the Committee also met with the victim of a recent incident in which a woman was publicly flogged in Lower Teksragre Village, Damal A.sim. The victim is currently receiving care at the One Stop Centre in Tura, West Garo Hills.

Chairperson Smti Santa Mary Shylla highlighted that the meeting covered several critical issues concerning the two districts, with a special emphasis on crimes against women and children. She stated that the Committee plans to address these issues with the Government, noting the need for resources such as shelter homes and psychiatric services.

Regarding her meeting with the victim from Lower Teksragre Village, the Chairperson mentioned that the woman’s condition has improved.