SHILLONG, Jan 16: Traffic regulations and arrangements have been put in place for the Dorbar Iktiar Paidbah, which will be hosted by the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) at Polo Ground on January 18, the Shillong Traffic Police announced in a statement issued here on Thursday.
The event, set to begin at 10:30 am, will honour various community organisations, including Dorbar Shnongs, Dorbar Dongs, Dorbar Kurs, Seng Kynthei/Longkmie, and Seng Samla.
To facilitate smooth traffic movement during the event, restrictions will be implemented from 9:00 am onward. No entry will be allowed from Lumjingshai Junction toward CRPF Junction and from Lumjingshai Junction toward Forest Colony. Vehicles will be diverted toward Lawmali Junction, Polo, and beyond.
Parking arrangements have been made for the public at several locations, including the SRGT Parking Lot on a first-come, first-served basis, one-side parking from Tiara Restaurant Junction to the Chief Minister’s Office, one-side parking in the Golf Links area, and designated parking opposite the Software Technology Park and FCI office in Lumjingshai. Emergency service vehicles will be allowed to ply without restrictions and will be given priority access.
The KHADC has extended invitations to members of various villages and localities, including the Executive Committees of Dorbar Shnongs, Seng Kynthei/Longkmie, and Seng Samla, to participate in the event.
Governor CH Vijayashankar will attend the event as the chief guest, accompanied by Chief Justice of the High Court of Meghalaya, Justice IP Mukerji.