Shillong, May 18: Meghalaya Chief Minister Mr. Conrad K Sangma on Tuesday held consultations via video conference with his counterpart Assam Chief Minister Mr. Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Both the Chief minister discussed on cooperation and support which can be extended as the county is unitedly working to defeat Corona virus.
Mr. Conrad thanked Himanta for the support being extended by Assam Govt to provide oxygen to Meghalaya he has requested further cooperation from Assam, in case of any eventuality.
Mr. Himanta has assured Govt of Meghalaya to provide all necessary support to combat Covid, He also assured coordination from Assam and requested support from Govt of Meghalaya to ensure transportation of goods to not be affected due to lockdown in districts of Meghalaya.
Meghalaya CM had assured smooth transit of citizens and goods during the period. “Assam will give 100 doses of Covaxin to Meghalaya and also D Type Cylinders.”, Conrad informed.
Assam Government is also sending proposal to Govt of India to make Assam the oxygen logistic hub for NE states. Assam CM has requested Govt of Meghalaya to back the proposal.