SHILLONG, NOV 9: Talks, not tension — that is the message from Ka Lympung Ki Seng Kynthei to Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on the Shillong Ropeway Project.
The Lympung Ki Seng Kynthei on Monday asked the Chief Minister to invite the protesting Joint Action Committee (JAC) for a dialogue and resolve the issue over the Shillong Ropeway Project and the protection of U Lum Shyllong catchment areas.
The women’s body, a coordination body of different local women organisations in Shillong, said it took up the matter after receiving a letter from the JAC on November 1, 2026.
“We have the honour to inform you that Ka Lympung Ki Seng Kynthei, a Coordination Body of different local women organisations, Shillong received a letter dated 01st November 2026 from the Joint Action Committee (JAC) against the Shillong Ropeway Project and for the protection of U Lum Shyllong catchment areas,” it said in its letter to the CM.
The organisation said its concern comes from its role as mothers and protectors of the environment.
“As mothers, we are deeply concerned that the project will affect the water sources and the environment,” it said.
“Our organisation is for protecting our environment and its degradation. We feel that any project or development which affect the environment should not be carried out at all costs,” it added.
Making its central appeal, the body said:
“We would like to place before your good office, with a request to kindly have a dialogue with the members of the JAC, for problems can be solved only through discussion.”
The letter noted that the situation on the ground is worsening.
“We are deeply concerned at the protest that is further intensified,” it said.
To break the deadlock, the organisation proposed the formation of an expert committee.
“A Committee may be constituted by the Government with experts from various related departments including some knowledgeable persons from the society,” it suggested.
“The committee can give their views and opinions and constructive suggestions for alternative consideration,” it added.
Ending on a note of hope, the body appealed:
“We once again appeal to your kind office to respect the sentiments and feelings of the people. However, under your guidance and dynamic leadership we are hopeful and look forward for your kind consideration to our humble suggestions.”
By Our Reporter
