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Manipur Heritage Crisis: Inquiry Demanded Into Demolition of Historic Redlands Building in Shillong
Oct 13, 2025 12:00 am CST
Manipur BJP MLA Rajkumar Imo Singh has requested an official investigation into the controversial demolition of the Redlands Building in Shillong, a historic structure where Manipur's last ruler signed the 1949 merger agreement with India. Following public outrage, authorities have promised to reconstruct the building while preserving its original architectural design, raising questions about heritage preservation protocols and accountability in northeastern India's historical landmarks.
Historic Redlands Building Demolition Sparks Outrage: Manipur-India Merger Site Destroyed
Oct 11, 2025 12:58 am CST
The demolition of Shillong's historic Redlands Building has triggered widespread protests across Manipur and Meghalaya. This iconic 1940s structure, where the Manipur Merger Agreement with India was signed in 1949, was razed despite preservation appeals from heritage groups. Meghalaya's Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has denied government involvement and promised a thorough investigation, while politicians and cultural organizations have condemned the destruction as an erasure of crucial historical evidence.