Raphael Warjri

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday unveiled six major road infrastructure projects worth ₹3,214 crore in Meghalaya during the inauguration of the North East India Infrastructure Summit & Exhibition (NEIINFRA) 2026.

Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said the projects marked a major milestone in the state's infrastructure development and would significantly improve connectivity, reduce travel time and boost economic growth across Meghalaya.

The projects include the ₹951-crore Tura Bypass, ₹737-crore Selsella–Dhubri Phulbari Bridge Highway, ₹564-crore Pynursla Bypass and ₹504-crore Selsella–Goeragre Road, along with the upgradation of the Shillong–Dawki Road and the Jowai Bypass.

The two-day summit witnessed the participation of policymakers, investors, industry leaders and senior government officials from across the Northeast. More than 800 delegates attended the event to deliberate on infrastructure development, connectivity and investment opportunities in sectors such as roads, tourism infrastructure, digital connectivity, aviation, ports and waterways.

The summit was organised by the Federation of Industry & Commerce of North Eastern Region (FINER) in collaboration with the Meghalaya government and the Build India Foundation.