Northeast Desk, 12th March: Meghalaya’s Chief Minister has initiated the foundation laying for three significant projects aimed at beautifying and reducing congestion in Shillong city.
- Development of Parking Infrastructure: Under the Shillong Smart City Pvt Ltd, this project aims to create over 1200 parking spaces. Today, the foundation for three parking projects was laid, providing 465 parking spaces at a total cost of Rs 90 crore.
- Beautification of Iewduh Market: This Rs 15 crore initiative focuses on renovating and modernizing the oldest traditional indigenous market, Iewduh Market. The project aims to create a more vibrant, functional, and accessible space that benefits local sellers, customers, and tourists alike.
- Development of Wards’s Lake Promenade: This initiative involves the development of a 1.2 km stretch opposite Ward’s Lake, featuring a plaza, shops, vending zones, parking, and a restaurant. The infrastructure aims to enhance the tourist experience, stimulate local business growth, and serve as a social hub for people to interact.
These projects signify a significant step towards improving the urban infrastructure of Shillong, enhancing the city’s aesthetics, and providing better amenities for residents and visitors alike.