Shillong, Oct 20: The Khasi Students Union (KSU), North Khasi Hills District Unit on Tuesday launched two ambulances for public service in Ri Bhoi.
One Bolero ambulance, donated by former Umroi MLA Ngaitlang Dhar, will serve the Eastern Border Area, while an Eco ambulance of the unit will operate across Ri Bhoi district for emergency medical needs.
The union has been running ambulance service since 2014.
The vehicles were flagged off by Dhar and unit president Ferdynald Kharkamni in the presence of Mawbri Parish priest Fr. Balestine Marbaniang at Mawbri.
Son of Dhar, Umroi MLA Damanbait Lamare, former DHS Joint Director Dr. Bareh, Rangbah Shnong leader P.B. Sylliang and others were present.
Dhar said the true wealth lies in the spirit to help the sick and needy. He said he had donated ambulances to villages, clubs and organisations earlier, but service often stopped after the handover, and urged KSU leaders to ensure proper maintenance and sustained service.
In the evening, KSU North Khasi Hills Eastern Border Area held a joint meeting of all its Units and Circles, where various issues affecting the community were discussed and clarified.
Meanwhile, the KSU Eastern Border Unit held a meeting of all units and circles.
KSU Sports Secretary Eric A. Nongkynrih briefed members on the Meghalaya Registration of Migrant Workers Act, 2020 and MRSSA, 2016.
Former president Daniel Khyriem spoke on the theme, “Youth are the Future of the Community”. He encouraged youths to strengthen patriotism and take responsibility for the land and community. He stressed that as members of the union, youths should work hard and collaborate with Dorbar Shnongs, youth clubs and women’s groups to strengthen cooperation and promote welfare of the community.
