Shillong: The Committee on Empowerment of Women of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly convened a meeting on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at the West Garo Hills Deputy Commissioner’s Office in Tura.
The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioners of West Garo Hills and South West Garo Hills, the Superintendent of Police of South West Garo Hills, and other officials. The primary focus was on addressing various issues, particularly crimes against women and children.
Chaired by Committee Chairperson Santa Mary Shylla, the meeting included Committee Members Marthon J Sangma, MLA, Matthew B Kurbah, MLA, Brightstarwell Marbaniang, MLA, Gabriel Wahlang, MLA, and Damanbiat Lamare, MLA.
During their visit, the Committee also met with a victim of a recent incident in which a woman was publicly flogged in Lower Teksragre Village, Damal A.sim. The victim is currently receiving care at the One Stop Centre in Tura, West Garo Hills.
Chairperson Santa Mary Shylla highlighted that the meeting addressed several critical issues in the two districts, with a special emphasis on crimes against women and children. She stated that the Committee plans to bring these issues to the Government’s attention, noting the need for resources such as shelter homes and psychiatric services.
Regarding her meeting with the victim from Lower Teksragre Village, the Chairperson mentioned that the woman’s condition has improved.
