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Meghalaya Rejects Shifting Rs 150-Crore Shillong Ropeway Project
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 05:38 AM
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The Meghalaya government has dismissed suggestions to relocate the Rs 150-crore Shillong ropeway project, stating that the infrastructure cannot be treated as a simple transfer.
The Meghalaya administration has firmly ruled out the possibility of shifting the Rs 150-crore Shillong ropeway project to a different location. Officials emphasized that the project is site-specific and cannot be treated as a 'cut-and-paste' job that can be easily moved.
Addressing the ongoing debate regarding the project's location, the state government clarified that the infrastructure is designed for specific geographical and structural conditions. Moving such a large-scale public utility would require a complete re-evaluation of the engineering and logistical aspects, which is not feasible under current circumstances.
The ropeway project is a significant initiative aimed at improving connectivity and tourism in Shillong. By ruling out the shift, the government has signaled its commitment to proceeding with the original plan, ensuring that the project serves its intended purpose for the residents and visitors of the state capital.
Addressing the ongoing debate regarding the project's location, the state government clarified that the infrastructure is designed for specific geographical and structural conditions. Moving such a large-scale public utility would require a complete re-evaluation of the engineering and logistical aspects, which is not feasible under current circumstances.
The ropeway project is a significant initiative aimed at improving connectivity and tourism in Shillong. By ruling out the shift, the government has signaled its commitment to proceeding with the original plan, ensuring that the project serves its intended purpose for the residents and visitors of the state capital.