Jirang (Meghalaya), May 23: In a heartwarming response to a plea from locals, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma visited Pahamjula village in the Jirang constituency of Ri-Bhoi district and ensured the repair of a damaged transformer that had plunged the village into darkness for 18 long years.
The village, comprising 77 households, had been without electricity since the transformer burst in 2007.
The villagers, led by MLA Sosthenus Sohtun, had reached out to the Chief Minister, who promptly intervened, and the transformer was repaired within three days. Upon his visit, the villagers warmly welcomed the Chief Minister, expressing immense relief and gratitude. They described the restoration of electricity as a moment that pulled them out of “hell,” highlighting the neglect and apathy they had faced over the years.
The CM acknowledged the neglect and assured the villagers that addressing people’s concerns would be the government’s responsibility. The swift intervention and restoration of electricity have brought joy and relief to the villagers, who are now looking forward to a brighter future.
