BJP MLA Highlights Christian Institutions as Leading Charity Providers in Meghalaya's Tribal Regions

A BJP MLA from Meghalaya has publicly acknowledged that Christian institutions are the primary providers of charitable services in the state's tribal regions. The statement was made during a press briefing in Shillong, where the MLA highlighted the extensive outreach of churches in education, healthcare and community development. According to the MLA, these institutions run numerous schools, clinics and relief programs that cater to remote villages lacking government infrastructure. The remark underscores the role of faith‑based organizations in supplementing state welfare efforts in underserved areas.