Shillong: Residents of Dong Mihsngi, a locality within Bataw village in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills district, have issued an urgent appeal to Cabinet Minister A T Mondal, requesting immediate action to provide electricity to their area.
In a letter submitted to the minister, community representatives highlighted the hardships faced due to the absence of electricity in the locality.
They emphasised that the lack of power has severely disrupted daily life, particularly during the evenings and night hours, making even basic tasks a challenge.
The appeal, signed by Ajoymeson Lyngdoh, president, and Barister Suchiang, secretary, outlined the growing difficulties experienced by the residents.
Students are unable to study at night, families struggle with household chores, and the local economy is suffering due to the inability to run small businesses or properly utilise agricultural resources that require electricity.
The absence of street lighting has also raised safety concerns, with residents pointing to increased risks during night-time hours, especially for children and the elderly.
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While acknowledging that many rural areas across Meghalaya may be facing similar issues, the residents of Dong Mihsngi urged the minister to prioritise their village, citing the urgency of the situation.
The community leaders concluded their letter by expressing hope that the government would intervene promptly to ensure that the locality receives the necessary electricity connection, thereby improving the quality of life for its residents.
