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Meghalaya Assembly passes resolution against uranium mining, processing

Meghalaya's Assembly adopted a resolution opposing uranium mining and processing facilities. Chief Minister Conrad Sangma tabled the resolution, which received opposition support. Land ownership in Meghalaya is protected under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. Local communities and groups have opposed mining due to health and environmental concerns. The state government will communicate this decision to the central government.

26 Aug 2026 8:56 pm