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Title: 77th Republic Day, 2026 celebrated across the State
Press Release Number:
27/01/2026
Description:
Along with the rest of the country, Meghalaya celebrated the 77th Republic Day with great patriotic fervor in all the District Headquarters and Civil Sub-Divisions on the 26th January, 2026.
Tura, West Garo Hills: The Speaker of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly, Shri. Thomas A. Sangma unfurled the National Flag and took the Rashtriya salute of the marching contingents at a ceremonial function held at L.P. School Field, Matchakolgre, New Tura. Following the marching contingents was tableaux presentation highlighting developmental themes and cultural performances.
Nongstoin, West Khasi Hills: The celebration at St. Peter's Higher Secondary School, Nongstoin was graced by Mawhati MLA, Shri. Charles Marngar as the Chief Guest who unfurled the tricolor and took the salute of ten contingents comprising of police personnel and school students. The celebration was further enriched by the display of eight impressive tableaus from various Government Departments, showcasing their initiatives and achievements.
Nongpoh, Ri Bhoi: Shri Metbah Lyngdoh, Minister in charge of Power unfurled the National Tricolour and took the Rashtriya Salute of the marching contingents comprising of police personnel and students at at the NSCA Mini Stadium, Nongpoh.
Jowai, West Jaintia Hills: MLA of Khliehriat, Shri. Kyrmen Shylla unfurled the national flag and took the rashtriya salute of the 17 marching contingents comprising of District Police, NCC, Bharat Scouts and Guides, schools and colleges at the function held at Jrisalein playground, Chuwakhu, Jowai.
Patharkhmah Civil Sub-Division: Minister C & RD, Shri. S. Sohtun, unfurled the National Flag and took the salute of the 6 marching contingents comprising of Meghalaya Police and school students at Umsaw playground, Patharkhmah. A football match between TULBA and teachers was also held which teachers defeated TULBA 2-0.
Tura, West Garo Hills: The Speaker of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly, Shri. Thomas A. Sangma unfurled the National Flag and took the Rashtriya salute of the marching contingents at a ceremonial function held at L.P. School Field, Matchakolgre, New Tura. Following the marching contingents was tableaux presentation highlighting developmental themes and cultural performances.
Nongstoin, West Khasi Hills: The celebration at St. Peter's Higher Secondary School, Nongstoin was graced by Mawhati MLA, Shri. Charles Marngar as the Chief Guest who unfurled the tricolor and took the salute of ten contingents comprising of police personnel and school students. The celebration was further enriched by the display of eight impressive tableaus from various Government Departments, showcasing their initiatives and achievements.
Nongpoh, Ri Bhoi: Shri Metbah Lyngdoh, Minister in charge of Power unfurled the National Tricolour and took the Rashtriya Salute of the marching contingents comprising of police personnel and students at at the NSCA Mini Stadium, Nongpoh.
Jowai, West Jaintia Hills: MLA of Khliehriat, Shri. Kyrmen Shylla unfurled the national flag and took the rashtriya salute of the 17 marching contingents comprising of District Police, NCC, Bharat Scouts and Guides, schools and colleges at the function held at Jrisalein playground, Chuwakhu, Jowai.
Patharkhmah Civil Sub-Division: Minister C & RD, Shri. S. Sohtun, unfurled the National Flag and took the salute of the 6 marching contingents comprising of Meghalaya Police and school students at Umsaw playground, Patharkhmah. A football match between TULBA and teachers was also held which teachers defeated TULBA 2-0.
Released Date:
27 Jan 2026
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