Meghalaya, Assam border dispute: WGH committee discusses resolution

Shillong: The regional committee for West Jaintia Hills, chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar, convened a meeting to discuss the long-standing border dispute between Meghalaya and Assam.

The meeting, held today, aimed to assess the current situation and progress made in resolving the issue.

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Dhar reassured the public that the situation remains peaceful, with security forces deployed to ensure the cessation of construction work by the Assam government at Mukroh.

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Although he refrained from providing extensive details, Dhar emphasized that the committee is committed to tackling the complex issue systematically.

The border dispute, which has persisted for over 50 years since Meghalaya was carved out of Assam, has been a contentious issue between the two states.

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Committee member Lahkmen Rymbui acknowledged the complexity of the matter but expressed optimism that a resolution would be found.

"A solution to this long-standing border dispute is challenging, but the regional committees are working diligently to address the issue," Rymbui stated.