The State government has decided to put on hold the construction of a Skywalk in Shillong city. The project has been proposed as part of the measures to decongest the city.
As dreamy and befitting the evening transformed into at Khyndailad, Police Bazar, the commercial hub and heart of Shillong, the launch of the season was equally exciting as it also marks the beginning of a long winter filled with exciting line up of festivals across the state.
The Minister also informed that the newly launched Innova vehicles initiated by the government are exclusively meant for ferrying tourists and will help to bring down the number of cars coming from Assam.
The East Khasi Hills Police initiated vice raids and vigorous patrolling within the areas of Shillong City as proactive measures to ensure the safety of the public and prevent untoward incidents.
The East Khasi Hills district administration had issued an order under section 144 CrPC prohibiting opening of shops, restaurants, enterprises in the entire Shillong city after 10 pm.