Meghalaya received Rs 13.45 crore in December 2025 as part of a wider funding push by the North Eastern Council to accelerate development across the Northeast, according to an official statement issued on January 9. The allocation formed part of a total of Rs 76.78 crore released by the NEC during the month to Northeastern states and regional agencies, with a focus on infrastructure creation, livelihoods, cultural assets, research and innovation. Meghalaya’s share was directed at projects that combine urban improvement with rural connectivity and community facilities.
Key works funded in the state include tourism infrastructure at Laitlyngkot (Lamlyer) in East Khasi Hills and the development of the Seng Khasi Ri Raid Laban Cultural Complex at Lum Shat Sngi, Kenches Trace, Shillong. The NEC has also backed the construction of an RCC G+4 commercial building at Iewdak Laban Municipal Market to support the sale of agricultural, horticultural, handicraft, piggery and floriculture products. Education infrastructure received a significant boost, with funds released for new school buildings at multiple locations, including RKM School and institutions at Laidiengsai, Mawrah, Laitryngew, Wahlong, Pynursla, Pomsohmen and Nongkynrih.
Urban services and market-area upgrades were another focus. Projects covered pipeline realignment, utility ducts, public toilets at five sites, waste management facilities, lighting, painting and building beautification, along with replacement of supply lines along the main approach road to Iewduh market.