A different scene was seen in the Meghalaya Assembly on Wednesday (25 February 2026), when CM Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma’s wife Mehtab Chandi A Sangma clashed with each other. NCP MLA Mehtab Chandi A Sangma raised questions against her husband Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma over the delay in important projects related to livestock education which were approved by the cabinet three years ago. During the proceedings, the Gambagre MLA sought clarification on the current status of the proposed Animal Medical University, two Fisher Universities and one Dairy University approved in 2022. He also raised the issue of shortage of staff in the animal medical training centers of the state. This debate in the House was special because such a serious discussion between the MLA couple is rarely seen.
According to the PTI report, replying on behalf of the government, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said that these institutions were conceived with the aim of strengthening the livestock sector of Meghalaya. He said, ‘A large population of the state is associated with animal husbandry. Keeping this need in mind, the decision to establish these three colleges was taken. Regarding the shortage of staff at the Animal Medical Centre, he admitted that it is a matter of concern. He said, ‘This is definitely a matter of concern. Steps are being taken to fill the shortage of human resources as soon as possible. He also assured that filling the vacant positions will be kept on priority.
Answer given regarding preparation of DPR
On the question of delay in preparing the Detailed Project Report (DPR), the Chief Minister said that the process took longer due to time taken in identification of land and assessment of required human resources. About 800 acres of land has been identified at Kirdemkulai in Ri-Bhoi district for the proposed veterinary college. The estimated cost of this project is around Rs 334 crore and it is planned to establish 19 departments in it. The Chief Minister said, ‘The financial requirement is quite huge, which is a matter of concern for us, but at the same time he assured the members that efforts will be made to speed up the process.’ The discussion brought to the fore the issues of livestock education and rural employment in Meghalaya, while an unusual domestic political equation was also publicly visible in the assembly.
