India's longest cantilever skywalk coming up in Meghalaya
Shillong, June 24 (UNI) India's longest cantilever skywalk will be built at the scenic Mawkdok Dympep valley in Meghalaya, Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said.
Mawkdok Dympep Valley is in between Meghalaya's state capital Shillong and Sohra (Cherrapunjee), the wettest place on earth, in East Khasi Hills district.
'This skywalk would be one of the longest cantilever bridges in India and the first of its kind in the northeastern states. It will stretch 40-metre in length, featuring a 7-meter wide cantilever section,' Sangma said while unveiling the design of a Rs 51.7 crore skywalk project on Monday during the CM Connect programme at Laitkroh village.
Sangma said the skywalk will offer visitors a unique opportunity to walk above the lush green cliffs and experience the entire area from a stunning height.
Currently there is a zip line that takes adventure-seekers zipping across the gorge, and there are some public amenities like restaurants and toilets in the area.
Sangma said that the Rs 51.7 crore skywalk project would include cafeterias, shops, a parking area and other tourist-friendly amenities.
'Many activities will take place here. This isn't just a project for one village but will be a major game changer in terms of rural economy in the entire area,' the Chief Minister said.
Sangma said the government has successfully completed its tendering process, with physical construction slated to begin immediately after the monsoon season.
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