By Our Reporter
SHILLONG, Nov 7: The Opposition Congress on Thursday slammed the state government for its lack of vision and preparedness in imposing restrictions on the movement of heavy vehicles along the Umiam dam-cum-bridge stretch resulting in price rise.
The restrictions at Umiam have led to a 40% increase in transportation cost from Guwahati to Shillong. Earlier, trucks carrying commodities were allowed to proceed straight to Shillong from Umiam but after the government enforced the curbs, they are required to travel an extra 80-90 km, from Umiam to Mawryngkneng and then to Shillong.
“The Umiam bridge is a key bridge not just for the people of Shillong but for everyone. The problem with the government is that they don’t have a vision, they don’t have a plan; they just put restrictions without putting any alternative in place,” MPCC chief Vincent H Pala said.