Shillong, July 8: Cabinet has approved the establishment of St. Xavier’s University in Meghalaya.
The institution is run by Jesuits
Briefing reporters after the cabinet meeting on Wednesday (July 8), Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said, “This reaffirms our commitment to strengthening higher education in the state”.
Following detailed discussions with the university authorities, the cabinet has approved the allotment of 50 acres of land at Mawkhanu at a concessional rate of approximately Rs 1 lakh per hectare.
The college wanted 100 acres.
“This is an investment in the future of our youth. St. Xavier’s is a premier institution with a legacy of academic excellence, and its presence in Meghalaya will enhance higher and technical education while creating new opportunities for students across the state and the region. This decision reflects our vision of providing world-class educational opportunities and taking Meghalaya’s education sector to greater heights”, he said.
