Meghalaya: NH-6 to become four-lane highway, says Deputy CM

Shillong: Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong announced that the stretch from Lad Umroi to Malidor along National Highway 6 will be upgraded to a four-lane highway.

The National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) is already conducting surveys and land acquisition is underway.

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Additionally, the Ministry of Road Transport has taken note of the poor condition of the highway from Lumshnong to Umkiang and will address maintenance and repairs.

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NHAI contractors are currently responsible for this section.

For the landslide-prone Sonapur tunnel, the Ministry has assured an inspection by experts.

While no immediate solutions exist, these experts will work on protecting the tunnel until the four-lane highway survey is complete.