The installation of boundary pillars is currently underway in six areas along the inter-State border between Assam and Meghalaya, Meghalaya Governor C.H. Vijayashankar informed the State Assembly on Monday.
Addressing the House during the Budget Session, the Governor said the exercise is part of the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Assam and Meghalaya to resolve long-pending boundary disputes. The MoU, signed in March 2022, covers six of the 12 disputed stretches along the nearly 884-km inter-State border.
According to the Governor, substantial progress has already been made in some areas. In the Hahim sector, 54 boundary pillars have been erected, while 83 pillars have been installed in the Gijang area. The demarcation work is being carried out along key stretches, including areas along the banks of the Gijang and Tirchang rivers.
The Governor noted that the pillar installation is aimed at providing permanent and clear demarcation of the agreed boundary, which is expected to help reduce tensions and prevent future disputes between communities living along the border. He added that the process is being undertaken jointly by officials of both States, following ground verification and consultations with local stakeholders.
The Assam–Meghalaya border dispute dates back to 1972, when Meghalaya was carved out of Assam. While differences remain in the remaining six disputed areas, the Governor said the ongoing demarcation reflects a spirit of cooperation and dialogue between the two neighbouring States to achieve a lasting solution.
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