Shillong, Nov 14: The Mawsmai–Nongthymmai Elaka, one of the traditional institutions in Sohra area has issued a public notice that land for homestead or other economic activities will only be allotted to original inhabitants of the Elaka.

According to a notice issued by the office of the Sirdar, land in Nongthymmai, Mawsmai, Mawblang, and Thangkharang villages are owned by the community but the management, regulation, and allocation of land are vested in the Dorbar of the Elaka.

The Sirdar said land for homestead or other genuine and lawful purposes may be allotted only to the original inhabitants of the Elaka. “Any person seeking such land must submit a written application to the Head of the Elaka (the Sirdar),” he added.

An applicant’s eligibility will only by assessed by the Executiv

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