Shillong’s Skyscrapers: Construction work in progress on the rear side of Vishal Mega Mart, one of the tallest buildings in the city. Despite Meghalaya falling in a high seismic zone the authorities are allowing these high rises in the city. Nearby residents live in constant fear as to what might happen in the face of an earthquake. (Photo contributed by a reader)
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