Tamil NaduSaturday, 21 March 2026·https://testbook.com/current-affairs/21-march-2026-daily-current-affairs
Meghalaya extends Garo Hills Autonomous District Council by 6 months till 18 October 2026
The Meghalaya Cabinet extended the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council term by six months from 18 April 2026 to 18 October 2026.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In March 2026, the Meghalaya State Cabinet approved a six-month extension for the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC), taking its term from 18 April 2026 to 18 October 2026.
Key specifics
- Dormonarth Ch. Sangma was elected as the new Chief Executive Member (CEM) after the resignation of Albinush R. Marak.
- The change followed a no-confidence move by 21 Members of District Council (MDCs).
- The dispute involved concerns over Scheduled Tribe (ST) certificates and lack of consultation on key policies.
- The extension is intended to give the Executive Committee time to address pending matters and legal reforms.
- The cabinet also cited the need to maintain “Suk ka Saiñ” (peace and order).
Exam lens
State governance, autonomous district council, GHADC, 21 MDCs, 18 October 2026 — TNPSC may ask the term extension, new CEM, and the reason for administrative continuity.