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Meghalaya Deputy CM Tynsong Calls on VPP to Address Delay in DGP Appointment
✍️ Northeast Today
🗓 17 Oct 2026, 04:36 AM
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Deputy Chief Minister Tynsong urged the VPP to directly raise concerns over the prolonged delay in appointing a new Director General of Police in Meghalaya.
Meghalaya’s Deputy Chief Minister, Tynsong, has publicly pressed the VPP to bring the ongoing delay in naming a new Director General of Police (DGP) to the forefront. The vacancy, which has persisted for several weeks, is seen as hampering the state’s law‑enforcement machinery.
In a statement released on Tuesday, Tynsong said the prolonged appointment process was affecting operational efficiency and urged the VPP to raise the issue directly with the state government and the Home Department. He emphasized that a timely DGP appointment is essential for maintaining public order and addressing rising security concerns.
Political analysts note that the DGP role is pivotal in coordinating police response across Meghalaya’s districts, and any delay can impact crime‑prevention initiatives. While the state government has not provided a specific timeline for the appointment, Tynsong’s call adds pressure on the ruling coalition to expedite the decision.
The VPP has not yet responded publicly, but insiders suggest the party will consider the deputy chief minister’s appeal in its upcoming legislative discussions.
In a statement released on Tuesday, Tynsong said the prolonged appointment process was affecting operational efficiency and urged the VPP to raise the issue directly with the state government and the Home Department. He emphasized that a timely DGP appointment is essential for maintaining public order and addressing rising security concerns.
Political analysts note that the DGP role is pivotal in coordinating police response across Meghalaya’s districts, and any delay can impact crime‑prevention initiatives. While the state government has not provided a specific timeline for the appointment, Tynsong’s call adds pressure on the ruling coalition to expedite the decision.
The VPP has not yet responded publicly, but insiders suggest the party will consider the deputy chief minister’s appeal in its upcoming legislative discussions.