Shillong, Dec 15: On behalf of the people of Meghalaya, The Grand Council of Chiefs of Meghalaya, (comprising of the Federation of Khasi States, Ka Dorbar Ki Khlieh Nongsynshar ka Ri Hynniewtrep, Ki Sirdarship, Ka Dorbar Ki Dolloi, and Council of Nokmas) from the mountains of North East India, extend our sincere condolences on the demise of former President Nelson Mandela.
Madiba’s 95 years journey (18,July 1918 – 5 Dec,2013) has been an inspiration to us to follow the path of democratic expression, ‘he surely was our planets last living legend’.
Madiba’s, life, works and example will be a reminder to us all of the rewards of service towards the deprived and the oppressed.
It may please be recalled that the Grand Council of Chiefs of Meghalaya at the 3rd Dorbar Ri – Peoples Parliament – held at Asanangre, West Garo Hills, Meghalaya, on 14th November 2011, conferred the 3rd Peoples Parliament Global Award to Nelson Mandela for ‘his courage, sacrifice and contribution towards Human Rights.’ (SP News)
