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The North Eastern Council (NEC), under the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER), continued to drive development across the Northeast during October 2026, supporting initiatives aimed at improving connectivity, strengthening rural infrastructure, promoting agro-based and industrial activities, expanding scientific and educational facilities, and preserving the region’s rich cultural heritage. Funding was released under the Schemes of NEC (SoNEC) and the North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme-Roads (NESIDS-Roads), alongside support for strategic projects in the region.

Meghalaya received ₹26.56 crore, with a major share directed towards the rehabilitation and strengthening of the 46.08-km Chokpot–Kharukol road under NESIDS-Roads. The project is expected to benefit 78 villages and more than 15,000 residents. Support was also provided for the establishment of a Multi-Disciplinary Training-cum-Resource Centre in Shillong