Shillong, Sep 25: The Confederation of Meghalaya Social Organisations (CoMSO) has warned banks of public mobilisation if they open on Sunday, September 27.
In a final notice and appeal issued today, General Secretary Balkarin Ch. Marak said authorities failed to reconsider the decision despite strong objections.
CoMSO appealed to all citizens of the state, particularly the Christian community, and all member organisations under CoMSO, to oppose the operation of banking services on Sunday in their respective towns, villages and localities across Meghalaya.
“Sunday is a sacred day of worship, family and community life in Meghalaya,” CoMSO said, adding people will not accept its disregard for administrative convenience.
In its poster, CoMSO said: “Sunday is a day of worship and rest for the overwhelming Christian population of our State. The decision to operate banks on a Sunday, despite the concerns already raised, is deeply insensitive to the religious and social sentiments of the people of the State.
“The organisation called upon citizens to come out in a united manner and register strong protest against banks operating on Sunday and to engage with concerned bank authorities in their localities.
If any bank opens, CoMSO will oppose such establishments across the state, with responsibility on those who ignored public sentiment, it warned.
CoMSO comprises of the Hynñiewtrep Youths’ Council, Achik Progressive Approach, Garoland State Movement Committee, United Achik Social Economic Justice Forum, Jaintia Students’ Movement, Confederation of Ri-Bhoi People and Jaintia National Council.
