Meghalaya State Archives Department of Arts and Culture, Government of Meghalaya

Overview

The Meghalaya State Archives is the official archival institution of the state of Meghalaya in northeastern India, functioning under the Department of Arts and Culture of the Government of Meghalaya. It is located in Shillong, the state capital. The archives serves as the primary repository for public records, government documents, and other archival materials documenting the administrative and cultural history of Meghalaya since statehood in 1972.

Mandate and Functions

The Meghalaya State Archives collects, preserves, and manages public records and other archival materials produced by state government departments and other bodies. Its mandate encompasses acquiring records of historical significance, ensuring their physical preservation and conservation, and making them accessible to government administrators, researchers, and the public. The institution also works to document the rich cultural heritage of Meghalaya's indigenous communities.

Collections

Holdings include official state government records, administrative files, and other materials relating to the governance and history of Meghalaya and the region. The archives preserves records from both the colonial and post-independence periods relevant to the northeastern region, including materials predating Meghalaya's establishment as a separate state in 1972.

Access

Researchers and members of the public wishing to consult archival materials should contact the institution directly. Information about access procedures is available on the Department of Arts and Culture website.