Meghalaya gets Rs 1,087 crore infrastructure boost, eyes $10 billion economy
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on July 11 inaugurated a series of landmark projects worth Rs 1,087.81 crore, spanning infrastructure, tourism, sports, women’s welfare and digital empowerment in Meghalaya. The projects were unveiled at a special event held at LARITI – International Centre for Performing Arts and Culture in Shillong.
Calling it a “transformational moment” for the state, Sitharaman lauded Meghalaya for its efficient use of central funds, noting that the state has fully utilised its Rs 5,400 crore allocation under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme. “While some states struggle to use their share, Meghalaya has shown how to convert funding into tangible progress,” she said.
A major highlight was the announcement of the Rs 73...