The Joint Action Committee challenges the legitimacy of public consent for the Shillong Ropeway, urging officials to pause and hold a new hearing.
NEWire Desk • 11 Aug 2026
Meghalaya officials approved the Shillong Peak ropeway project after addressing local environmental concerns and revising the design to save trees.
NEWire Desk • 10 Aug 2026
State officials inspected the Shillong Ropeway site after residents voiced fears over tree felling and water supply impacts in Madan Laban.
NEWire Desk • 8 Aug 2026
The Shillong Ropeway project faces backlash over rising costs, ecological risks to water sources, and missing tribal trading licenses.
Walrik Marak • 31 Jul 2026
Officials and residents clash over environmental damage, tree removal, and licensing issues surrounding the controversial Shillong Ropeway project.
NEWire Desk • 30 Jul 2026
Traditional authorities demand clan consent for a Rs 151-crore ropeway project in Shillong, citing water catchment threats and missing environmental permits.
Walrik Marak • 29 Jul 2026
Meghalaya officials defend the ₹151-crore Shillong Peak ropeway project, asserting full legal and environmental compliance following local public opposition.
Walrik Marak • 28 Jul 2026