Conrad: Lapangap remains tense despite CM-level understanding
By Our Reporter
SHILLONG, May 27: Tension at Lapangap continues to simmer despite ongoing talks between Meghalaya and Assam over the disputed area, with indications that the understanding at the Chief Ministers’ level has yet to reflect on the ground amid concerns over the role of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council in the stand-off.
Briefing reporters on Wednesday, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said he has been in constant touch with his Assam counterpart Himanta Biswa Sarma and is coordinating with the Karbi Anglong administration, MLAs, and district authorities, as both states attempt to defuse the situation in Lapangap. (Contd on P-7)