Summary:
Governor Tathagata Roy will unfurl the tricolour and take the salute at the Polo Grounds. Photography competition, Zumba fitness and a rock concert were other highlights of the celebrations. Preparations are on to celebrate R-Day on Saturday across Meghalaya.Security has been tightened across the state with a thrust on checking vehicles on highways and in the capital. Photo identity cards were also distributed among new voters at the function. Prizes for various competitions, including a ‘Run for democracy’—held earlier in the morning— were also distributed..