Meghalaya Tribal Council Halts Controversial Shillong Peak Ropeway Project

The Meghalaya Tribal Council has taken a decisive step to halt a controversial Rs 151-crore ropeway project planned for Shillong Peak. The council cited serious concerns over alleged license violations by the project developers. They also expressed worries about the potential environmental impact of the project and the infringement on traditional land rights of indigenous communities. The decision has sparked debate in the state, with some supporting the council's move to protect the environment and cultural heritage, while others argue that the project could boost tourism and economic development.