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Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Land acquisition begins for Rs 22,864cr Shillong-Silchar high-speed corridor
Shillong: Land acquisition process for the construction of the Shillong-Silchar Greenfield high-speed four-lane corridor has officially begun, with the route passing through Ri-Bhoi district in Meghalaya. District deputy commissioner Abhilash Baranwal has urged residents not to undertake any new construction or development activities within the designated area for the proposed highway. "It is hereby clearly stated that any unauthorised structures — whether temporary or permanent — erected within the proposed alignment after the issuance of this notice will not be considered eligible for compensation during land acquisition or project implementation," a notification issued by the DC stated. The cabinet committee on economic affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, had earlier approved the development, maintenance, and management of a 166.80 km Greenfield Access Controlled section of NH-06 from Mawlyngkhung (near Shillong) in Meghalaya to Panchgram (near Silchar) in Assam. The project will be executed under the hybrid annuity mode at a total capital cost of Rs 22,864 crore. Of the total length, 144.8km falls within Meghalaya and 22km in Assam. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Use an AI Writing Tool That Actually Understands Your Voice Grammarly Install Now Undo According to an official statement issued on April 30, the corridor will improve traffic flow between Guwahati and Silchar, enhancing connectivity to Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur, and the Barak Valley region. It is expected to reduce travel time and distance, thereby boosting logistics efficiency nationwide. The corridor will also improve economic development in Meghalaya, especially in cement and coal-producing areas, and promote tourism by connecting scenic destinations across the northeast. It will link Guwahati, Shillong, and Silchar airports via the existing NH-06, facilitating access for both domestic and international tourists. Crossing through Ri-Bhoi, East Khasi Hills, West Jaintia Hills, East Jaintia Hills in Meghalaya, and Cachar district in Assam, the project is expected to ease congestion on NH-06 and enhance transport infrastructure in line with the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan. The alignment integrates with major transport corridors including NH-27, NH-106, NH-206, and NH-37, ensuring seamless connectivity to key locations such as Diengpasoh, Ummulong, Phramer, Khlieriat, Ratachera, Umkiang, Kalain, and others. Upon completion, the Shillong-Silchar corridor is expected to play a pivotal role in regional economic growth, improving connectivity between Guwahati, Shillong, Silchar, Imphal, Aizawl, and Agartala. The project aligns with the government's vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, aiming to generate employment and foster socio-economic development across Meghalaya, Assam, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura. Meanwhile, the Meghalaya govt, through the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), is set to acquire land for the corridor's alignment through 34 villages in East Jaintia Hills district. These include Tuber Shohshrieh, Wapung Shnong, Lad Rymbai Datsimpein, Khlieriat East, Borghat, Umkiang, Ratacherra, and others. Informing the public on Tuesday, the East Jaintia Hills district collector said any new construction within the designated corridor area must receive prior permission from the DC's office. "Unauthorised structures — whether private or commercial — erected within the proposed right of way after the issuance of this notice will not be eligible for compensation," the order stated, adding that it comes into immediate effect.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Meghalaya initiates land acquisition process for ₹23,000 crore Shillong-Silchar high-speed corridor
Advt Join the community of 2M+ industry professionals. Subscribe to Newsletter to get latest insights & analysis in your inbox. Get updates on your preferred social platform Follow us for the latest news, insider access to events and more. The Meghalaya government has initiated the land acquisition process for the construction of the Rs 22,864-crore high-speed corridor from Umiam Lake near Shillong to Silchar in lower Assam, officials said on greenfield four-lane highway, which will pass through the Ri-Bhoi district , will be built by the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), they a notification, Ri-Bhoi's Deputy Commissioner Abhilash Baranwal asked villagers not to undertake any new construction or development activity within the designated area of the proposed corridor without prior permission from his office."It is hereby clearly stated that any unauthorised structures, whether temporary or permanent, erected within the proposed alignment after the issuance of this notice will not be considered eligible for any compensation at the time of land acquisition or project implementation," it villages have been identified for land acquisition. Among them are Pyllun, Umeit, Umroi Labansaro, Nongrah, Nonglakhia, Wahmyntait, and Lumsohphoh, officials 166.80-km corridor will begin at Mawlyngkhung near Shillong and end at Panchgram near Silchar. While 144.80 km of the route is in Meghalaya, 22 km is in Assam, they project is aimed at boosting connectivity and economic development in the region.
