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Centre’s high-speed corridor plan faces land hurdles in Meghalaya

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SHILLONG, Sep 7: The central government’s ambitious plan to construct a high-speed corridor through Ri-Bhoi, East Khasi Hills, and two districts of Jaintia Hills is already encountering significant land challenges, even though the project is far from implementation.
Although the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) is currently conducting surveys for the project, however, at least 4-5 villages have raised objections to the proposed road alignment.
Sources in the NHIDCL revealed that villages such as Diengpasoh have outright rejected the alignment, while others, including Mawkyndor, Lad Mukhla, and Mukhla Mission in West Jaintia Hills District, are demanding change in the alignment of the road project.
They have also informed that the lack of proper land records in Meghalaya is complicating the situation, as land ownership matters must be resolved between the state government and local landowners.
“The NHIDCL is in constant contact with the district commissioners, who are working to convince people to part with their land for the project,” sources said.
The high-speed corridor, which would stretch from Umiam in Meghalaya to Panchgram in Assam’s Cachar district, aims to facilitate faster transportation of goods, besides providing a smoother travelling experience for the passengers.
The NHIDCL is currently working on the detailed project report (DPR) and estimates for this 160-kilometre project, which is expected to significantly boost connectivity in the region.
Under the project, the high-speed corridor is planned to pass through key areas such as the Shillong Bypass, Mawryngkneng, and Ratacherra before reaching Panchgram.
This project is also seen as a solution to the current travel difficulties often faced by passengers heading to Silchar and other Northeastern states, where road conditions and frequent landslides on the Ratacherra stretch during the monsoon season create major disruptions.

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