Rymbai laid to rest with full state honour

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaApril 23, 2022

The State Funeral of (Late) J. D. Rymbai, former Chief Minister and Speaker of Meghalaya was held today at Mawlai Madan Heh, Shillong with all befitting honours.

It may be mentioned here that (Late) J. D. Rymbai, during his long political career as the MLA of Jirang Legislative Assembly Constituency held many important posts and portfolios and also served as the Chief Minister and Speaker of Meghalaya.

The dignitaries who spoke during the State Funeral were Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong, Speaker Meghalaya Legislative Assembly, Metbah Lyngdoh, MLA Jirang Constituency, Sosthenes Sohtun and representative of the family Norbert Pathaw.

During the State funeral, the condolence message of the Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Conrad K. Sangma was read by the Deputy Commissioner, East Khasi Hills District Isawanda Laloo.

The State funeral was also attended by Cabinet Ministers, Shri James P.K. Sangma, Lahkmen Rymbui, Hamletson Dohling, Renikton Lyngdoh Tongkhar, Leader of Opposition Dr. Mukul Sangma, MLAs, MDCs, Additional Chief Secretary, D. P. Wahlang, senior government officials and family, friends and well wishers of (Late) J. D. Rymbai.

Later, the mortal remains of (Late) J. D. Rymbai was laid to rest at the cemetery of the Mawlai Phudmuri Presbyterian Church, Mawroh, Shillong.