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Meghalaya Council Halts Rs 151-Crore Shillong Peak Ropeway Over Licence Issues
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 28 Oct 2026, 02:35 AM
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The Meghalaya tribal council has suspended the Rs 151-crore Shillong Peak ropeway project due to alleged licence violations.
The Meghalaya tribal council has taken decisive action to halt the construction of the Shillong Peak ropeway project. The move comes after the council identified significant licence violations associated with the development. The project, valued at approximately Rs 151 crore, was a key infrastructure initiative aimed at boosting tourism and connectivity in the region.
The suspension is based on the council's assessment that the necessary regulatory permissions were not fully compliant with local laws. This decision underscores the authority of the tribal council in overseeing development activities within its jurisdiction. The halt effectively freezes all ongoing construction and operational preparations for the ropeway system.
Stakeholders involved in the project are now expected to address the cited violations to seek reinstatement. The incident highlights the complex regulatory environment for large-scale infrastructure projects in Meghalaya, where tribal autonomy plays a crucial role in decision-making. No immediate timeline for resuming the project has been announced pending further review.
The suspension is based on the council's assessment that the necessary regulatory permissions were not fully compliant with local laws. This decision underscores the authority of the tribal council in overseeing development activities within its jurisdiction. The halt effectively freezes all ongoing construction and operational preparations for the ropeway system.
Stakeholders involved in the project are now expected to address the cited violations to seek reinstatement. The incident highlights the complex regulatory environment for large-scale infrastructure projects in Meghalaya, where tribal autonomy plays a crucial role in decision-making. No immediate timeline for resuming the project has been announced pending further review.