#Ropeway

Activists Demand Fresh Public Hearing for Shillong Ropeway Project

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

Government Greenlights Shillong Peak Ropeway Despite Environmental Pushback

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

Officials Inspect Shillong Ropeway Site Amid Environmental Concerns

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

Shillong Ropeway Costs Hit 151 Crore Amid Ecological Outcry

The Shillong Ropeway project faces backlash over rising costs, ecological risks to water sources, and missing tribal trading licenses.

Walrik Marak • 31 Jul 2026

Opposition Mounts Against Shillong Ropeway Project

Officials and residents clash over environmental damage, tree removal, and licensing issues surrounding the controversial Shillong Ropeway project.

NEWire Desk • 30 Jul 2026

Hima Mylliem blocks Shillong Peak ropeway over clan consent

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 Defends Shillong Peak Ropeway Amid Environmental Concerns

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