Meghalaya to strengthen security mechanism while waiting Centre’s approval for ILP: Paul 

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaJune 11, 2025

MDA government spokesperson and cabinet minister Paul Lyngdoh on Tuesday said Meghalaya needs to strengthen its security mechanism since waiting for the Centre’s approval for implementation of the inner line permit (ILP) may take more time.

Speaking to reporters, Lyngdoh said that ILP is an ongoing demand and is also a major issue that has already been endorsed by the State Assembly.

“It is still a relevant demand but at this stage I could only say that we should also strengthen our security mechanism because waiting for the clearance of the Centre on the ILP might take more time. In fact it has taken a lot of time,” he said.

Stating that the government will upgrade and revise its standard operating procedures (SOPs) for security and safety of its citizens and tourists/visitors to the state, Lyngdoh, who is holding charge of the tourism portfolio said, “Also, we have the Meghalaya Residents, Safety and Security Act (MRSSA), which needs to be strengthened.”

The demand for ILP is gaining momentum in the state following the recent breakthrough in the murder of an Indore resident at Sohra.

According to NGOs spearheading the demand, ILP would act as a strong deterrent for people who come to the state with the intention of committing crimes.