Shillong, Nov 26: The Estimates Committee of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly has raised concerns over delays and implementation gaps in key health and infrastructure projects, following a two-day inspection across West Khasi Hills and South West Garo Hills on November 24 and 25.
Led by Chairman Mayralborn Syiem, the multi-party team of MLAs visited the Nongstoin Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Hospital, the Riangdo Small Hydro Project, the Mahendraganj MCH, and the Greater Ampati Water Supply Project—all critical to the state’s development roadmap.
Syiem said the Committee’s priority is to ensure that sanctioned projects progress as planned and funds are properly utilised. At Nongstoin, the team reviewed the under-construction MCH Hospital and noted that the site presents challenges similar to those encountered at other hospitals in the state. In discussions with Health Minister Wailadmiki Shylla and Nongstoin MLA Gabriel Wahlang, the Committee expressed cautious optimism that existing bottlenecks will soon be resolved.
During the inspection of the Riangdo Small Hydro Project, Syiem said the Committee hopes to see the project commissioned by 2027, calling it essential for meeting Meghalaya’s growing energy needs.
“We are all accountable to the people of Meghalaya—legislators, the Estimates Committee, and officials alike. In a vibrant democracy, duties must be carried out sincerely and responsibly,” Syiem said.
On November 25, the Committee reviewed the Mahendraganj MCH, which has reached 78% physical progress with an expenditure of Rs 10.98 crore. Land issues and incomplete infrastructure remain key hurdles, though officials target completion by March 2026. The Committee stressed the need for simultaneous progress on staffing, electricity, water supply, and essential equipment.
At the Greater Ampati Water Supply Project, officials reported 89% completion despite persistent land acquisition challenges and delays in source identification. Once commissioned, the project is expected to provide clean drinking water to over 7,500 households across 74 villages in Ampati and Betasing.
Reaffirming its commitment to oversight and accountability, the Estimates Committee said it would continue supporting line departments and district administrations to ensure the timely delivery of public infrastructure and essential services.
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