SHILLONG: A new Police Outpost has been established at Rongdangai in South West Khasi Hills district, marking a significant administrative move aimed at improving public security, strengthening law-and-order response, and making policing more accessible to remote settlements.
Our correspondent reports that the Meghalaya government approved the creation of the Rongdangai Police Outpost to enhance policing convenience for residents living in far-flung areas along the inter-district and international border belts. Officials stated that the decision was taken after reviewing the region’s geographical challenges, population spread and the need for quicker police response. “This outpost will help bring essential policing services closer to the people,” a senior district official said.
The newly established outpost will cover an extensive area bordered by multiple police jurisdictions. To the north and east, the outpost is flanked by the Nonghyllam Police Station and Borsora Outpost of South West Khasi Hills; to the south, it shares boundaries with Maheshkola Outpost in South Garo Hills and the Indo-Bangladesh International Border fencing; and to the west, it is bordered by Shallang Police Station in West Khasi Hills.
Our correspondent adds that officials believe the strategic placement of the Rongdangai outpost will improve monitoring in a region known for difficult terrain and limited connectivity. “Border-adjacent villages often require immediate intervention, but distance from existing police stations has been an obstacle,” an official said. “This outpost helps fill that gap.”
The jurisdiction under the Rongdangai Police Outpost includes several villages spread across the region: Moheshkola, Ganganagar-A, Ganganagar-B, Gillagora, Upper Gillagora, Koraibari, Upper Koraibari, Dambatgre, Chitokgre, Sooling, Amarsang, Umthengkut, Kampilgre, Rongdangai and Kaitakona. The settlement pattern in these villages, scattered across hills and forested stretches, has long been recognised as an area where increased police presence is essential.
Residents of the region have welcomed the decision, noting that frequent delays in lodging complaints or seeking assistance were common due to long travel distances. Many said that with the new outpost in place, response times for emergencies, disputes, or security-related issues are expected to improve significantly. One resident remarked, “People here have waited for years for a closer police setup. We hope this will make our villages safer and more connected.”
Our correspondent reports that the administration has emphasised the need for close coordination between the new outpost and neighbouring police stations. Officials believe the arrangement will streamline patrolling, surveillance and public outreach, especially in areas close to the Indo-Bangladesh border. They added that initiatives such as community policing, grievance redressal camps and awareness programmes can now be conducted more frequently and effectively.
The police department is now working on the operational framework for the outpost, including staffing, infrastructure setup and deployment of necessary communication and mobility resources. Authorities hinted that depending on ground requirements, the outpost may eventually grow into a fully equipped police station. “This is an evolving setup,” a source said. “As the area develops and population needs change, policing will also expand accordingly.”
Our correspondent adds that the outpost is expected to play a crucial role in resolving inter-village disputes, monitoring border-linked activities and ensuring timely intervention in cases involving vulnerable populations in remote settlements. Senior officials also indicated that the outpost will help in better coordination with border guarding forces where required.
Overall, the establishment of the Rongdangai Police Outpost is being viewed as a proactive administrative step intended to improve accessibility to security services and enhance the safety net for residents living across the southern stretches of South West Khasi Hills. As the government prepares the outpost for full functioning, expectations remain high that this move will contribute to stronger governance and greater public confidence in the region.
