HT Correspondent
DONGKAMUKAM, Nov 9: Chief Executive Member (CEM) of Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) Dr. Tuliram Ronghang on Sunday ceremonially distributed land pattas to indigenous tribes under the ‘Phurtimi Akemang 2.0’ initiative at Salana Amguri playground under Rongkhang MAC constituency in West Karbi Anglong.
The programme was organised by the Land & Revenue Department, KAAC.
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Speaking on the occasion as chief guest, Ronghang said the KAAC has been committed to providing land pattas to indigenous tribal communities residing in the twin hill districts of Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong since 1952.
“There is no discrimination on party lines. Whether the beneficiaries are supporters of opposition parties like the All Party Hills Leaders Conference (APHLC) or the Congress, it does not matter as everyone will get land pattas free of cost,” Ronghang said.
Assuring support to educated unemployed youths of both districts, the CEM announced that financial assistance of Rs 5,000 will be provided after a couple of months to help them start small businesses.
Responding to memoranda submitted from the constituency, he also assured all-round development of the area.
Member of Parliament Amarsingh Tisso also addressed the gathering.
The event was attended by EMs, MACs, the Board Chairman of KAAC, and other dignitaries.
