Statues vandalised, vehicles torched after students rally turns violent in Meghalaya
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Thu, 20 August 2026
4 reports- Times of India02:07
During a turbulent Khasi Students' Union bike rally in Shillong, statues were defaced and government vehicles set ablaze, highlighting the escalating agitation over a five-point charter of demands. Their protest also aimed at opposing a public hearing for a proposed limestone mining project. This rally was marked by an ultimatum issued by the union prior to the symbolic black-flag demonstration, reflecting their deep-seated grievances.
- sentinelassam.com05:40first to report
Guwahati: On Wednesday, a Khasi Students’ Union (KSU) black-flag bike rally in Shillong turned violent, with incidents of stone-pelting, assault and vandalism r
- sentinelassam.com06:17
Guwahati: On Wednesday night, three senior leaders of the Khasi Students’ Union (KSU), including its president Raymond Kharjana, were arrested after viole
- sentinelassam.com07:45
Guwahati: Tension continued along the Assam-Meghalaya border on Thursday, a day after violence allegedly broke out during a Khasi Students’ Union (KSU) rally in
Sun, 23 August 2026
1 report- indiatimes.com20:11
Assam-registered vehicles faced restrictions entering Meghalaya despite a suspended blockade by drivers. Tourists experienced disruptions along the Guwahati-Shillong corridor due to the ongoing impasse. Meghalaya expressed regret and assured action after violence erupted during a student rally. Both states agreed to ensure safe transit and establish joint committees for border issues. Meghalaya reiterated its commitment to the safety of all travellers within its borders.