TMC alleges Meghalaya government involved in Rs. 140 crore land scam

staying in power through the politics of manoeuvring, Pilot said, “I am confident that the people of Meghalaya can see through this and they are aware and politically conscious to use their wisdom on February 27, when the state goes to vote. “

Pilot said that going by Congress’ track record both in states and the centre, the Congress governments have always delivered the promises it made. “Congress has a long history of commitment and performance. We are committed to fulfilling the promises in our manifesto,” he said.

Correspondent to answer to the people of Meghalaya on the high rates of unemployment faced by the youth of Meghalaya. Both the NPP and BJP manifesto for 2023 have promised jobs for the youth but what were they both doing during the last five years,” he questioned. Stating that BJP and NPP are only interested in

SHILLONG, FEB 21: With just five more days left for the Meghalaya polls, the opposition Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Tuesday accused the National People’s Party (NPP)-led MDA government of indulging in a land scam worth more than Rs. 100 crore with the purchase of 807 acres of land at Mawpdang Mawkhanu in East Khasi Hills district.

Moreover, with the congress having fielded young and fresh candidates which include many women candidates, the Congress leader said, “This fresh team under the leadership of Vincent Pala will bring good governance to the state. The congress gives opportunities to young people as seen from the 47 young candidates who are contesting from the congress party.”

Exposing yet another scam of the corrupt NPP-led government, Leader of Opposition Dr Mukul Sangma said the party demanded for an immediate probe into the matter where the state government had purchased 807 acres of land worth Rs. 140 crore from the middlemen at Rs 85 per sq ft amounting to a total of Rs 298.98 crore, while the actual price purchased from the villagers was Rs 45 per sq ft amounting to a total of Rs 158.28 crore – a difference of Rs 140.7 crore.

“The MDA – which

I will refer as Meghalaya Deceitful Alliance – has once again engaged in the modus operandi of looting the state through purchase of around 807 acres of land in Mawkhanu village of Mawpdang. The government had the middleman purchase the land, dupe the innocent landowners and villagers at the throwaway price of Rs. 45 per square feet, and then made a payment of Rs. 85 per square feet to the middleman,” he said. Sangma said the rates were decided by the state cabinet on October 4, 2021. The Minister-in-Charge for Urban Affairs piloted this proposal and [it was] appropriately approved by the Revenue department.

“All cabinet items are approved by the Chief Minister. Therefore, the documents show that the three persons – the Chief Minister, Revenue Minister, and Urban Affairs minister –have entered into a criminal conspiracy to rob the state of such a huge amount of mon- ey – Rs 140 crores – which could have been given to the innocent land owners,” he said, while unmasking the unholy nexus between the NPP-led MDA government and the middlemen of the state. Slamming the Conrad Sangma-led MDA government for robbing poor people of their lands, the TMC leader asked the Central government to take cognisance of the matter.

“While addressing an election rally, Union Home Minister Amit Shah went hammer and tongs alleging that the state is active in corruption. He (Shah) referred to Meghalaya as the number 1 corrupt state in the country. This has defamed the name of the state and its people. Corruption is not our way of life. Our people are not that greedy. I would urge him to take immediate cognisance of this alleged corruption. Let there be immediate investigation into this [massive land scam]” the former Chief Minister demanded.

Participation of women must increase in all state assemblies: Prez

ITANAGAR, FEB 21

Jitendra Chaudhury

“People, this time, voted for the restoration of peace and democracy,” Chaudhury told a press conference. Taking a dig at the BJP for asserting that it would win 55 of the 60 seats in the elections, Chaudhury said the saffron party’s strength will be red uced to single digits in the House.

Drawing attention of the Election Commission to allegations of trouble caused by miscreants in two strong rooms -- Santirbazar in South Tripura district and Teliamura in Khowai – he said the “mischief- makers who tried terrorising the security personnel there should have been arrested”.

Two separate groups of miscreants had on Monday night tried creating a ruckus near the strong rooms, Chief Electoral Officer Gitte Kirankumar had said, adding that they were driven away in no time.

“The Election Commission is leaving no stone unturned to ensure zero violence during polls. Security forces will remain alert to thwart any untoward incident,” Kirankumar said.

(PTI): President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday said that the par ticipation of women must increase in all state assemblies, including that of Arunachal Pradesh, for inclusive development of the country. Addressing a special session of the assembly in the northeastern state, she asserted that Arunachal Pradesh plays an important role in the social and economic development of the country and that the “sun of development” is shining over the state.

“For overall and inclusive development of our country, there should be more participation of women in every field of work.

Participation of women must increase in all the state assemblies including that of Arunachal Pradesh, as well as in other institutions of people’s representation,” she said. Murmu asserted that Arunachal Pradesh is an important part of India and a major stakeholder in the Act East Policy.

“The Northeast was for

PM Modi to take command over BJP’s ‘northeast mission’

NEW DELHI, FEB 21

(IANS): After Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP National President J.P. Nadda, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will now be taking charge of the BJP’s ‘northeast mission’.

Since 2014, the saffron party has been engaged in its goal of a Congress-free

Meghalaya to get film city if BJP wins polls: Ravi Kishan

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SHILLONG, FEB 20 (PTI):

Actor turned BJP MP Ravi Kishan on Monday claimed that the BJP in Meghalaya will build a film city if the party is voted to power in the February 27 assembly election.

Just as the party did in Uttar Pradesh, the BJP will do the same here, he said.

“Since the youth of Shillong are immersed in music and art, the BJP will build a film city here if voted to power,” he said.

Kishan said it will create jobs for the youths in the state.

“From support staff to soundman, to technician, to artists, to managers, a wide variety of job vacancies will be created in the state by the film city,” he said.

India, and has thrown the party out of power in many northeastern states. The BJP is now strategising to win the vote bank of the regional parties in these states.

Legislative Assembly elections were held in Tripura on February 16, while campaigning for the As - sembly polls in Meghalaya and Nagaland, to be held on February 27, is underway in full swing.

As per sources, the Prime Minister will be visiting these two states on Friday to campaign in favour of the party candidates. The BJP is prioritising strengthening the organisa- long deprived of economic development due to lack of road, railway and air connectivity. But the Centre is giving top priority to connectivity and development of the region.

“The sun of development is shining over Arunachal Pradesh. With its rich natural resources and quality human resources, the state has full potential to become an attractive investment destination and a hub of trade and business,” she said. The President called upon the legislators to put concerted efforts in preserving the unique culture and traditions of the state.

“Arunachal Pradesh, with its diverse culture and traditions, has a special place in the country. Efforts should be made to preserve those,” Murmu said.

“In today’s era, environmental pollution and climate change are critical issues. We have to quickly find solutions to these concerns. These matters become more important for a geographically sensitive state like Arunachal Pradesh. I tion and expanding its mass base by gaining advantage from Modi’s popularity in the northeastern states. The saffron party contested more seats than before in Tripura and has snapped its ties with the ruling coalition government in Meghalaya and contested all 60 seats in the state. am happy to note that the policymakers of this state have taken care of this issue by showing commitment to climate change through the Pakke declaration,” she said. The declaration envisages a multi-sectoral approach for low emission and climate-resilient development in the state. Murmu expressed hope that other states would also adopt the model to tackle the climate change issue. Recalling the contributions of former prime minister Atal Behari Vajpayee in creating the DoNER Minis-

N THE COURT OF PRINCIPAL DISTRICT AND SESSIONS JUDGE

MOKOKCHUNG : NAGALAND

N OTICE

S/C No. 22/2023

NOTICE INVITING CLAIM/OBJECTIONS OF OTHER CLAIMANT(S) FOR ISSUE OF SUCCESSION CERTIFICATE

UNDER PART-I OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of succession certificate for the estate/pension benefits of Late Sentiwati Ao has been applied by Smti Longrimongla, W/o Late Sentiwati Ao, R/o H.No. M.V 863 Lidenpang Sector, Mokokchung Village Mokokchung Nagaland for possession of.

1. GPF, 2. GIS, 3. Gratuity, 4. Leave encashment

5. Pension etc, 6. Closing of A/C

Notice is hereby given that any person interest in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may, if she/he so desire to appear in this court on or before the said day of 21.03.2023. Given under the hand and seal of the court on this day the 21.02.2023.

Sd/Principal District & Sessions Judge Mokokchung : Nagaland mkc-64/23

ODYUO EKHUNG WOKHA UNIT

W OKHA : N AGALAND CONDEMNS

The Odyuo Ekhung Wokha Unit vehemently condemns the alleged bomb blast at the residence gate of its bonafide member Shri. Chopathung Odyuo, ex-candidate on 16th Feb 2023 at 10:05 pm, Likya Yankho, Wokha Town.

The Ekhung stated that such barbaric act should be condemned by all. It further appealed to the law enforcing authority to investigate the incident and book the culprits as per the law and award befitting punishment to the perpetrators

Sd/Er. Limhathung Odyuo

L. Ezanthung Odyuo Chairman Secretary

OFFICE OF THE GHS COLONY

Council

Wokha : Nagaland

Condemnation

NOTE try for the development of the northeastern states, the President said that his dream for a developed Northeast has been made a reality with the sanction of various projects by the present government at the Centre. Murmu, while referring to the state assembly’s decision to go paperless through the e-Vidhan initiative, said such an innovation should be a role model for other states to emulate. She also appreciated the assembly secretariat for opening a library which would help the younger generation in research.

The GHS Colony Council Wokha Town vehemently condemned the unlawful attack by planting explosive at the garage of Shri. Lumdemo Ngullie on the 15th February 2023 and also of firing at the Vehicle of Shri. Ezanthung Shitiri on the 17th of February 2023 causing damages to both the vehicles. The Council is aghast by the barbaric activities meted out to its bonafide residents, causing fear psychosis and mental trauma to both the household members in particular and to the Colony residents in general.

In the context of what has been narrated above, the Colony Council do hereby mildly caution the perpetrators, that such act of violence to its Colony residents is devoid of any merits and so advised that such wanton activities should be avoided in the future.

Lau ding the ‘Know Your Assembly’ initiative, under which students are invited to the Arunachal Pradesh Assembly to acquaint them with the functioning of the legislature, she said that the young generation must take advantage of such facilities and contribute to the progress of the country.

Noting that a vibrant system of self-governance and grassroots democracy existed in Arunachal Pradesh for centuries, she said people of the state have actively participated in modern democratic process as well, which reflects their political consciousness and faith in democracy.

NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENT FOR CHANGE OF NAME (SPOUSE)

I, Lamneimoi Konyak spouse of Mr. A. Tochang Konyak resident of Vill-Chinglong, PO-Aboi, DistMon (Nagaland) have changed my name from Moinu Konyak to Lamneimoi Konyak vide Affidavit Regd. No. 131/2023 dated 20/02/2023 before NOTARY PUBLIC Mon, Nagaland.

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AFFIDAVIT

Regd. No.4047 Date 09/10/13

I, Shri. Lok Bahadur Paudyal, S/o Dev Bahadur Paudyal, age about 40 years, R/o Gulmi Village, District of Tamghas, Nepal. Presently residing at Officer's Hill, Kohima, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as follows:-

1) That I am serving as peon at Chief Engineer Office, PHED, Kohima.

2) That, my name has been recorded in my service documents as Lok Bahadur and my father's name as Bal Bahadur.

3) That, I change/rectify my name as Lok Bahadur Paudyal and my father's name as Dev Bahadur Paudyal.

4) That, henceforth I shall use Lok Bahadur Paudyal S/o Dev Bahadur Paudyal for all purposes and intents.

5) That, this affidavit is sworn with a view to declare that both Lok Bahadur and Lok Bahadur Paudyal are my names and of one and same person and that, Bal Bahadur and Dev Bahadur Paudyal are my father's name and of one and same person and henceforth I shall use Lok Bahadur Paudyal and my fathers name as Dev Bahadur Paudyal for all purposes and intents.

6) That, the statements made above are true to the best of my knowledge and belief nothing is stated false and I sign this affidavit on this the 9th day of October 2013.

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GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF POLICE

KOHIMA : : NAGALAND NO. DEF/KMA/ESSTT/(13)/(1)/2022-23/537

Dated, Kohima the 20th Feb’ 2023.

LAST AND FINAL CALLING NOTICE

Whereas No. 4500 D/C Vilhouzhalie Yano of DEF Kohima, S/o- Razoupfelie Yano, Village - Dihoma, PSKezocha PS , Dist. - Kohima is found absenting from Government bonafide duty w.e.f 01/12/2022 till date

And whereas this office had issued 3 (three) consecutive calling notices Vide order NO. DEF/KMA/ ESSTT/(13)/(1)/2022-23/01 Dated 02/01/2023, Even No. 155 Dated 19/01/2023 and Even No. 308 Dated 02/02/2023, which were duly served to you but you have failed to report back for duty.

You are hereby directed to report for duty within 07 (seven) days from the date of publication of this calling letter, failing which departmental enquiry proceedings will be initiated ex-parte.

Sd/(IMNALENSA) IPS, Superintendent of Police, Kohima, Nagaland. dp-185/23