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A CorrespondentSHILLONG: Meghalaya Power Minister James K Sangma on Friday refuted allegations of a scam in the implementation of the Central government's Saubhagya scheme in the State. It may be mentioned that the opposition Congress had alleged that the implementation of the Saubhagya scheme in the state has resulted in a scam. During the course of the discussion on the issue, the opposition Congress members wanted the institution of an independent enquiry into the alleged scam. Meanwhile, the Power Minister refuting allegations of any favouritism in the tendering process asked how it makes “malafide intent”. According to the Power Minister, the Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited (MeECL)made certain conditions tough because the contractor ultimately selected would have the capacity to carry out the works..