Goeragre, March 5: In one of the largest recruitment drives in Meghalaya’s policing history, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday distributed appointment letters to 2,968 newly recruited personnel of the Meghalaya Police at the 2nd Meghalaya Police Battalion in Goeragre.
The recruitment covers vacancies across multiple technical and service-oriented posts, with Armed Branch Constables accounting for the largest share at 1,494 positions, followed by 720 Unarmed Branch Constables. Other posts include 205 MPRO operators and 195 firemen, along with several specialised roles such as UBSI, driver firemen, driver constables, operators and mechanics.
Attended the programme for the conferment of appointment letters to 2,968 newly recruited personnel of the Meghalaya Police at the 2nd MLP Battalion, Goeragre.
This marks one of the largest inductions into the State police force, strengthening our commitment to maintaining law… pic.twitter.com/EDXEkVzdmv
— Conrad K Sangma (@SangmaConrad) March 5, 2026
Addressing the gathering, Sangma described the occasion as a historic moment for the state, noting that the mass distribution of appointment letters was among the largest in recent years.
“This must be the largest distribution of appointment letters that I have seen in the recent past—and perhaps even in the history of the state,” he said.
The chief minister said the recruitment process was extensive, with over 1.7 lakh applications received for the nearly 3,000 posts. He congratulated the Central Recruitment Board and the Home (Police) Department for successfully completing the exercise.
Emphasising the importance of law enforcement, Sangma said law and order are the foundation for development.
“For any society and government, development is extremely important. But without law and order, development cannot survive,” he said, urging recruits to uphold discipline, fairness and public trust while wearing the police uniform.
Highlighting the evolving nature of policing, he encouraged the recruits to remain adaptable and maintain a balance between firmness and humility while serving the public.
Sangma also said the present government would complete eight years in office on Saturday and noted that nearly 11,000 appointments and recruitments have been made during this period, with more vacancies expected to be filled in the coming months.
Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong congratulated the recruits and stressed that the recruitment process was transparent and merit-based.
“You have emerged as the best performers in this recruitment process. You represent the hopes and aspirations of the state,” he said.
Earlier, Director General of Police Idashisha Nongrang welcomed the chief minister, dignitaries and the newly recruited personnel along with their families.
The programme included a ceremonial salute, distribution of appointment letters, and felicitation of members of the Central Recruitment Board before concluding with the state anthem.
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