Assam CM Himanta orders Atul Bora to coordinate with Meghalaya on Shillong violence

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma issued a directive to senior minister Atul Bora, asking him to liaise closely with officials in Meghalaya following a spate of violent incidents in Shillong. The instruction was conveyed during a meeting of the North East Council, where the CM emphasized the need for swift, coordinated action to restore peace and protect civilians.

Bora, who heads the public health and family welfare portfolio in Assam, is expected to engage with his Meghalaya counterparts to share intelligence, deploy resources, and facilitate joint investigations. Both state governments have pledged to monitor the situation and ensure law‑enforcement agencies operate in tandem.

Authorities in Shillong reported clashes that resulted in property damage and several injuries, prompting concerns over communal tensions. While details of the perpetrators remain under investigation, the Assam‑Meghalaya collaboration aims to prevent further escalation and provide relief to affected residents.