Total Curfew imposed in Shillong Agglomeration

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaAugust 15, 2021

East Khasi Hills District Magistrate, Isawanda Laloo, IAS has imposed Total Curfew from 8:00 P.M. of 15th August 2021 in Shillong Agglomeration after breakdown of law and order.

The Curfew was imposed after information received that there have been incidents of stone-pelting, arson and theft, and a serious breakdown of law & order in parts of Shillong City. There is every likelihood of further breach of peace which may lead to incidents causing loss of life and property and may spread to other parts of the city and district.

Areas under curfew:

Whole of Municipal Area

Whole of Cantonment Area

All areas under Mawlai Block including Census Towns

All areas under Mawpat Block including Census Towns

Areas Under Mylliem Block from Umshyrpi Bridge upto 7th Mile, Upper Shillong.

Madanrting, Mawblei, Laitkor, Nongkseh, Umlyngka, Lawsohtun, Mawdiangdiang, Diengiong and Siejiong.

During the period of curfew, the following will be prohibited:–

Any public movement.

Offices, shops and establishments, and all educational institutions will remain closed.

No kind of gathering, public meeting or rally may be held.

Exemptions only for medical emergencies, Covid-19 and hospital duty are applicable as per existing orders.

The order will remain in force till 5:00 AM of 17th August 2021 or till further orders.