Shillong June 23: The villagers of 39 villages, including Langpih have submitted a memorandum to Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong for their inclusion in Meghalaya when the second phase of talks takes place.
The delegation led by NPP MDC of Rambrai Jyrngam Bajop Pyngrope met Tynsong on Thursday.
According to Pyngrope, 39 villages through their respective headmen and secretaries have signed a joint memorandum expressing their desire to be in Meghalaya and the same has been handed over to the deputy chief minister.
Out of 39, there are 20 Khasi villages and 19 Garo..
Pyngrope also said he would resign as member of the KHADC if those who are making allegations can prove that the state government had sold off tribal lands to Assam.
“If the people making the allegations have the proof that there has been a transaction of Rs 20,000 crore, I will resign as MDC and this is my humble submission to them,” Pyngrope told reporters.
He also advised all the Hima to be careful of such elements who are alleging that the state government had sold off tribal lands without substantial evidence and proof.
