Meghalaya Govt Sanctions Rs 49.53 cr for 20-kilometer Nongpoh-Umden Road
First Published: 30th November, 2024 17:57 IST
Syiem further revealed that the second phase, covering the 38.6 km Umden-Sonapur stretch, has been approved under the PMGSY
The Meghalaya government has sanctioned Rs 49.53 crore for the first phase of the highly anticipated 20-kilometer Nongpoh-Umden road project.
UDP legislator from Nongpoh Mayralborn Syiem announced this development on Friday, stating that the government has accorded administrative approval for the first part of the road project.
Syiem further revealed that the second phase, covering the 38.6 km Umden-Sonapur stretch, has been approved under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) III with a funding allocation of Rs 47.20 crore.
The tender process for both phases is expected to begin by early December, with the project set to be awarded to contractors meeting the required criteria. Syiem expressed optimism about the timely completion of the project, noting that the people of the area were eagerly awaiting its construction.
He also highlighted that the delay in starting the project was due to financial constraints, which led to the decision to split it into two phases funded by the State and the central PMGSY scheme.
The completion of the Nongpoh-Umden road is expected to greatly improve connectivity for local communities, benefiting over 200 villages along the route.
Also Read: NEHU VC Alleges Assault, Urges Centre to Deploy Central Forces in University Campus
Also Watch:
COMMENTS
TOPMOST STORY NOW
Live Meghalaya Will Never Have a Beef Ban as Long as I’m Alive: BJP MLA Sanbor Shullai
07th December 2024
Live Manipur HC Committee Conducts Spot Inquiry at Leimakhong Army Camp in Missing Man Case
06th December 2024
Live Meghalaya Govt To Conduct Surveys for Accurate Hawker Count Amid Relocation Efforts
06th December 2024
Live Mizoram To Host International Paragliding Accuracy Championship & Airsports Festival
06th December 2024
WE RECOMMEND
Meghalaya Govt To Conduct Surveys for Accurate Hawker Count Amid Relocation Efforts
This statement contrasts with claims made by hawker representatives, who claim that there are more than 5,000 hawkers in the state.
06th December 2024
Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma to Meet Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for Relocation of 342 Families of Harijan Colony
"If we get the defence land, it will come at no cost. If not, we will proceed as per the original blueprint," he added.
06th December 2024
Ampareen Lyngdoh Quashes Congress Comeback Rumours, Reaffirms NPP Commitment
Lyngdoh stressed her dedication to the NPP and made it clear she would not entertain any discussions about rejoining the Congress.
06th December 2024
Bilsando Ch Marak Crowned Champion in Singing Competition on The Theme “For the Youth of Our Generation” of South West Garo Hills
Participants included not just local youth but also students who traveled from outside the district, even after completing their school exams.
06th December 2024
Meghalaya’s New Assembly Building To Be Ready By Next Autumn
The HPC has agreed on a 100-day extension, making it impossible to hold the budget session as originally planned.
05th December 2024