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Meghalaya Tourism Secretary Confirms Shillong Ropeway Has Secured All Clearances
✍️ Northeast Today
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 01:16 AM
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The Meghalaya tourism department has confirmed that the proposed ropeway in Shillong has obtained every required regulatory approval, clearing the way for construction to begin.
Shillong's long‑awaited ropeway project received a green signal after the state tourism secretary announced that it now holds all mandatory clearances. The department said approvals have been secured from environmental, forest and land‑use authorities, removing the final regulatory hurdle.
The ropeway, envisioned as a tourist attraction and an alternative to congested road traffic, is expected to link key points in the city, offering panoramic views of the Khasi hills. Officials indicated that the clearance process, which spanned several months, adhered to national and state guidelines.
With the legal formalities completed, the tourism ministry plans to move ahead with tendering and construction phases. Stakeholders anticipate that the operational ropeway will boost visitor numbers and generate local employment, aligning with Meghalaya's broader tourism development strategy.
The announcement was made during a press briefing in Shillong, where the secretary reaffirmed the government's commitment to sustainable infrastructure that enhances the state's appeal to domestic and international travelers.
The ropeway, envisioned as a tourist attraction and an alternative to congested road traffic, is expected to link key points in the city, offering panoramic views of the Khasi hills. Officials indicated that the clearance process, which spanned several months, adhered to national and state guidelines.
With the legal formalities completed, the tourism ministry plans to move ahead with tendering and construction phases. Stakeholders anticipate that the operational ropeway will boost visitor numbers and generate local employment, aligning with Meghalaya's broader tourism development strategy.
The announcement was made during a press briefing in Shillong, where the secretary reaffirmed the government's commitment to sustainable infrastructure that enhances the state's appeal to domestic and international travelers.