The Meghalayan government declared it is evacuating its citizens, including students, in light of the ongoing violence in Manipur.
Meghalaya is transporting its stranded citizens from Manipur using special flights, including 60 students and 25 members of the Lajong football team, among others. The Meghalaya government took all necessary safety measures in coordination with other government agencies to ensure the passengers’ safety throughout the flight.
More than 25 people are travelling to Meghalaya via Guwahati as of Friday noon on various flights. In addition to flights, over 60 students are travelling to Meghalaya on special buses.
A helpline has also been established in Meghalaya for residents who might need more assistance. Citizens can call the helpline at 1800-345-3644 for any type of assistance they may require.
Three government representatives travelled to Imphal, the capital of Manipur, to assist with the evacuation process. They were led by Minister Ampareen M. Lyngdoh, Political Secretary and OSD to the Chief Minister Daniel Thangkiew, and SP West Garo Hills Viveknanda Singh Rathore.
“We are bringing back our stranded citizens through regular flights and chartered flights with special permission, who wish to return to Meghalaya. The Lajong football team has already been escorted to the airport, and we are making every effort to ensure the safe and timely return of all our citizens,” Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma said in a statement.
“I would like to urge the students from Meghalaya who are studying in Manipur and their parents to please don’t panic and be calm. We are working closely with the Union and State governments, security agencies to ensure that all necessary arrangements are made for the safe return of our students and citizens,” Sangma added.
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