In a shocking turn of events, a mob attacked the office of Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Monday, leaving five security personnel injured. Sangma himself remained unharmed during the incident. The horrifying attack took place in Tura, where hundreds of agitators besieged the compound, effectively trapping the Chief Minister inside his office.

The unrest comes amid ongoing demands from civil society groups based in Garo Hills, who have been advocating for the establishment of a winter capital in Tura. As a part of their protest, these groups have resorted to a hunger strike to intensify their demand.

The situation quickly escalated this evening when the crowd outside the Chief Minister’s office turned violent, throwing stones at the premises. As a result of the attack, five security personnel were injured and immediately rushed inside the office for medical assistance. Disturbing visuals captured the injured security personnel lying on the floor while Sangma tended to their well-being.

Although the Chief Minister remained safe inside his office, the protesters blocked the access road, preventing him from leaving the premises. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, but tension remains high in the area.

During the incident, Sangma attempted to hold talks with the protesters, but some individuals in the crowd pelted stones, leading to the unfortunate turn of events. The civil society groups pushing for a winter capital in Tura include ACHIK and GHSMC.

In response to the growing unrest, Sangma has made a sincere appeal to the protesters to come to the negotiating table and discuss the winter capital demand and job reservation. He has extended an invitation to cabinet ministers and other stakeholders to participate in the dialogue. The Chief Minister has urged the organizations to suspend their protest so that meaningful discussions can take place in the state capital next month.

The shocking mob attack has raised serious concerns about the safety of political leaders and public officials in the region. The injured security personnel were swiftly taken to a nearby hospital for treatment and medical attention.

Authorities have taken immediate action to deploy additional law enforcement personnel to maintain order and ensure the safety of the Chief Minister. However, the situation remains tense as the standoff between the protesters and the government continues to unfold.”