Meghalaya CM allocates Rs 2 crore to 48 eateries under Wayside Amenities Scheme

Meghalaya's Chief Minister personally disbursed a fund exceeding Rs 2 crore to forty‑eight eateries operating along state highways as part of the government’s Wayside Amenities Scheme. The distribution took place in the presence of local officials and representatives of the beneficiary establishments.
The Wayside Amenities Scheme, launched by the state government, seeks to upgrade basic facilities for travelers, including clean restrooms, drinking water, and food services at strategic roadside locations. By channeling financial support directly to the eateries, the scheme aims to improve hygiene standards and service quality.
The allocated amount will be used by the participating eateries to renovate premises, procure modern kitchen equipment, and enhance seating capacity. Officials expect the intervention to boost local entrepreneurship and provide safer, more comfortable options for commuters across Meghalaya.
State authorities have indicated that the scheme will be monitored for compliance, with periodic assessments to ensure that the funds translate into tangible improvements for road users.