Meghalaya

The Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) tabled a Rs 16.92 lakh deficit budget for 2026-2027 during the first day of the summer session on Wednesday. According to the Executive Member in-charge Finance Seiborlang Warbah, the total budget estimate is Rs 214,60,09,410 and the total receipt estimate is Rs 214,43,16,760. “I assure that this Executive Committee will never stop finding ways and means to further increase the Council’s revenue, improve the working system and carefully scrutinize expenditure so that it is always prudent,” Warbah said while presenting the budget. He urged the House to approve the estimates as the 3-month Vote on Account expires on June 30. The objective and basis of the budget allocation for the various departments is in accordance with the w...

Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar on Tuesday highlighted the state’s growing investment ecosystem anchored by the flagship PRIME initiative during the North East India Infrastructure Summit and Exhibition 2026. He was speaking at a session titled “UNNATI & Beyond: Industries and Innovative Funding of MSMEs & Startups in the North East Region.” Dhar stated that the UNNATI programme has identified an estimated investment potential of around ₹653 crore across key sectors, including tourism, healthcare, and food processing. He emphasized that the initiative is designed to strengthen industrial growth and encourage private participation in the state’s development agenda. He further noted that the PRIME initiative has played a significant role in promoting entrepre...

Twenty-four talented young people from across Meghalaya are set to embark on an educational exposure visit to Malaysia after emerging from a competitive selection process involving more than 1,200 participants under the Chief Minister’s Youth Programme. The students, drawn from diverse fields including arts, culture, innovation, science, leadership and youth engagement activities, were selected through multiple rounds of competition and assessment conducted under the state’s flagship youth development initiative. The exposure visit is designed to give young achievers first-hand international experience, allowing them to interact with educational institutions, learn about global best practices and gain a broader understanding of opportunities beyond India’s borders. The programme ...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on June 16 honoured 15 outstanding sportspersons at the Meghalaya Sports Conclave, recognising their achievements across six sporting disciplines. The athletes, representing Archery, Athletics, Swimming, Weightlifting, Wrestling, and Football, were presented with cash awards ranging from Rs 25,000 to Rs 87,500 in recognition of their performances and contributions to sports. Speaking on the occasion, Sangma said celebrating sporting excellence is essential not only to encourage athletes to continue striving for success but also to inspire the younger generation to pursue their dreams through sports. The Chief Minister noted that Meghalaya has consistently produced talented athletes who have brought laurels to the state and the country. He...

A road infrastructure investment worth ₹39,800 crore has been announced for Meghalaya at the inaugural North East India Infrastructure Summit & Exhibition (NEIINFRA) 2026, held at the Lariti Complex in New Shillong on Monday. The summit brought together policymakers, industry leaders, investors, and representatives from all eight Northeastern states to discuss development and connectivity in the region. Organised by the Meghalaya government in partnership with the Federation of Industry and Commerce of North East Region (FINER) and the Build India Foundation, the summit is being positioned as a dedicated platform for infrastructure development and investment opportunities in Northeast India. The event was attended by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, ...

Meghalaya’s emergence as a key gateway for trade with Bangladesh received a major boost on Monday with the launch of three Japan-funded highway projects worth ₹1,592 crore aimed at strengthening cross-border connectivity and accelerating economic growth in the Northeast. The projects, financed by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), were among six National Highway projects inaugurated by Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari during a ceremony in Shillong on January 15. Together, the corridors are expected to improve connectivity between Meghalaya, Assam, West Bengal and Bangladesh, while supporting trade, tourism and regional integration under India’s Act East Policy. A key component of the investment is the Shillong-Dawki highway project, which c...

Nitin Gadkari arrived in Shillong on Monday to participate in the North East Infrastructure Summit and Exhibition, underscoring the government’s focus on strengthening connectivity and infrastructure in the region. Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, who expressed his appreciation for the Union Minister’s visit through a social media message. Gadkari is scheduled to take part in the CEOs Round Table at the North East India Infrastructure (NEIINFRA) Summit and Exhibition, being held at the Lariti Performing Arts Centre. The summit brings together policymakers, industry leaders, investors and stakeholders to discuss infrastructure development, investment opportunities and strategies for accelerating regional growth across the North East. Later in the day, the Union Minister wil...

Meghalaya is set to receive a major infrastructure boost with the launch of six highway projects worth Rs 3,214 crore, a move expected to improve connectivity, strengthen trade links and support economic growth across the state.The projects will be formally launched on Monday during the North East Infrastructure Summit in New Shillong. Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, will attend the programme and lay the foundation for the projects, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma announced.The infrastructure package includes four new National Highway projects and the upgradation of two existing highway stretches. State government officials said the projects are aimed at improving transportation networks, reducing travel time and enhancing connectivity between districts as w...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the foundation of four new highway projects will be laid on Tuesday. He said stretches of two new highways will also be upgraded. The total cost of the six projects is Rs 3,214 crore. Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, will attend the programme. “Exciting day tomorrow as we lay foundations for 4 new National Highway Projects and upgradation of 2 existing National Highways for Meghalaya with an investment of Rs 3,214 crore at the North East Infrastructure Summit in New Shillong, graced by Hon’ble Union Minister for @MORTHIndia, Shri @nitin_gadkari ji. Join me LIVE as we dedicate the projects to the development of Meghalaya and the prosperity of our people,” Sangma said in a social media post on Monday. The...