Shillong, Jan 11: The Garo Hills unit of the United Democratic Party (UDP) has strongly condemned the killing of a man in Meghalaya’s Rajabala area, terming it a “heinous act” and pointing to a serious lapse in law and order.
The incident occurred around 2 pm on January 9 at Goalgaon under Rajabala Police Station, where Dilseng M Sangma, son of Gaban Ch. Marak of Amokgre village in the Phulbari area, was allegedly assaulted by unidentified assailants. He was initially taken to the Bhaitbari Community Health Centre and later referred to Tura for advanced treatment, but succumbed to his injuries while being shifted.
Reacting to the incident, the UDP said such acts have no place in society and stressed that ensuring the safety and security of citizens must remain a top priority. The party expressed solidarity with the bereaved family and urged the authorities to ensure that justice is delivered without delay.
Following the attack, West Garo Hills Police conducted multiple raids and arrested three persons in connection with the case. Investigations are continuing to identify and apprehend other suspects involved in the crime.
In the aftermath of the incident, the Deputy Commissioner convened a meeting with representatives of civil society to constitute a peace committee and discuss measures to maintain communal harmony in the district. The UDP also called on the government to strengthen preventive mechanisms to avoid similar incidents in the future.
