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Saleng Sangma Challenges Conrad Sangma’s Border Claims in Assam-Meghalaya Dispute
✍️ northeasttoday.in
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 03:37 PM
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Congress leader Saleng Sangma has publicly disputed Chief Minister Conrad Sangma’s statements on the Assam-Meghalaya border tensions, highlighting divergent views within Indian politics on the issue.
Congress leader Saleng Sangma has publicly taken issue with statements made by Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma regarding the ongoing border tensions between Assam and Meghalaya. The dispute centers on the interpretation of the border dispute and the measures needed to address it, with Saleng Sangma criticizing the claims made by Conrad Sangma as not adequately reflecting the concerns of affected communities. The Assam-Meghalaya border tensions have long been a contentious issue, with both states seeking clarity on demarcation and resource sharing. The public exchange between the two leaders underscores the political divide over how best to resolve the conflict. While the specifics of the claims remain unclear, the disagreement highlights the need for a coordinated approach to address the border dispute, with both leaders calling for dialogue and cooperation despite differing positions.