Overview

• Speaker Thomas A. Sangma declared the three-time NPP MLA from Raksamgre elected after receiving a single valid nomination.
• Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma and Opposition Leader Mukul Sangma escorted him to the chair in a ceremonial show of cross-party support.
• In his address, he vowed impartial conduct, equal opportunity for ruling and opposition members, and fair reflection of Khasi, Jaintia and Garo voices.
• Outgoing deputy speaker Timothy D. Shira congratulated his successor, urged strict neutrality, and apologized for any unintended offense during his tenure.
• The autumn session closed with the government confirming receipt of the State Reservation Policy expert report for review, as debates highlighted severe job scarcity and a rise in externally aided funding to nearly ₹15,000 crore.