Tura, March 12 -- Signs of normalcy are gradually returning to Tura after two days of unrest, with residents coming out in large numbers to clean the streets even as Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma visited several affected areas to assess the situation and interact with locals.

During his visit, Sangma directed the district administration to immediately provide food assistance to communities affected by the disturbances. Residents informed the Chief Minister that around 17 communities in and around the Araimile locality are currently facing shortages of rice and other essential commodities.

Taking note of the situation, Sangma instructed the Deputy Commissioner of West Garo Hills to coordinate with local development committees an...