Not just English, Khasi and Garo languages will be ‘official’ too in Meghalaya
Indian Express·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Meghalaya's cabinet approved the Official Languages Ordinance 2026, making Khasi and Garo official languages alongside English. Chief Minister Conrad Sangma called the decision historic, enabling indigenous languages in government communications. The state aims to strengthen their case for inclusion in the Constitution's Eighth Schedule and allow legislators to debate in these languages during assembly sessions.
Key Entities
MeghalayaKhasi languageGaro languageConrad SangmaOfficial Languages Ordinance 2026Eighth ScheduleConstitution of India