Meghalaya State Report - March 2018

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MEGHALAYA
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Table of Content
Executive Summary……………….….…..3
Advantage Meghalaya……………………5
Vision 2020 ………………………………..6
Meghalaya – An Introduction….…….……7
State Budget……………………….....……18
Infrastructure Status.................................19
Business Opportunities …….……....……32
Doing Business in Meghalaya…...….......49
State Acts and Policies…….……….........51

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY … (1/2)
 Meghalaya’s GSDP stood at US$ 4.59 billion in 2016-17. The state’s GSDP grew at a CAGR of 6.81% between
2011-12 and 2016-17.
Highest GSDP among
Northeast states
Source: : Directorate of Economics and Statistics of Meghalaya, Central Statistics Office, Government of Meghalaya, Department of Agriculture
 Meghalaya, with an average annual rainfall of 1,150 cm, receives the highest amount of rainfall in the country.
The diverse range of soil types, including red-loamy and laterite, support various agricultural crops like rice,
maize, pulses, oilseeds, cotton, jute and mesta.
State with the highest
rainfall
 With a vascular plant diversity of 3,331 and more than 300 varieties of orchids, Meghalaya has a strong
floriculture sector and is one of the leading states in the Northeast in terms of production and supply of cut
flowers to mainland consumer markets.
Strong floriculture sector
 About 14% (3,108 square kms) of Meghalaya is covered by bamboo forests and the state is one of the
leading bamboo producers in the country.
Strong bamboo
processing sector

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY … (2/2)
 Of the 6,000 medicinal plants in India, 834 plants, including the famous Himalayan Yew, are in Meghalaya.
Moreover, the state has 8 of the top 20 medicinal plants that are traded in the country and are in high
demand.
Strong potential of
medicinal plants industry
Source: : Central Electricity Authority, Ministry of Tourism
 Meghalaya had an installed hydroelectric power capacity of 387.19 MW as of February 2018. The potential for
hydropower in the state is estimated to be around 3,000 MW.
Large hydroelectric
power potential
 Meghalaya, with abundant deposits of coal, limestone, kaolin feldspar, quartz, granite, industrial clay and
uranium and a small deposit base of sillimanite, bauxite, base metals and apatite; has great industrial
potential.
Strong mining sector
 Meghalaya, one of the most picturesque states in the country, has 2 national parks and 3 wildlife
sanctuaries. It offers many adventure tourism opportunities like mountaineering, rock climbing, hiking and
trekking, water sports, etc.
Tourist destination

ADVANTAGE MEGHALAYA
Conducive agro-climatic conditions
 Meghalaya has favourable agro-climatic conditions that
support agriculture, horticulture and forestry; there is
potential for development in related areas.
 The state has abundant natural resources, which offer
significant avenues for investment.
Policy and fiscal incentives
 In addition to the central government’s incentives for
investments in the northeast region, the state offers a
host of industrial incentives.
 Agro-processing, horticulture, minerals, tourism,
electronics and IT have been identified as thrust
sectors for development and promotion.
 In June 2017, the state government passed the GST
bill. The commodities used by the poorest section of
society to be considered at the lowest rate.
Institutional support
 The state provides excellent institutional support
through various central and state government
agencies, namely North East Council, Ministry of
Development of Northeastern region, and Meghalaya
Industrial Development Corporation.
Rich labour pool
 Meghalaya has a literacy rate of 75.48%.
 The state has a strong higher education infrastructure.
 Moreover, a majority of the local population speaks and
understands English.
GSDP
GSDP at
current
prices grew
at a CAGR
of 6.81%
between
2011-12 and
2016-17.
Per Capita
GSDP
Per capita
GSDP at
current
prices grew
at a CAGR
of 4.93%
between
2011-12 and
2016-17.
Advantage
Meghalaya

MEGHALAYA VISION 2030
Empowerment of
people for inclusive
growth
Promoting market
friendly policies and
institutions
Sustainable
development based
on comparative
advantageExpanding trade
and investments
Capacity
development of
people and
institutions
Infrastructure
development for
manufacturing and
markets
Ensuring
opportunities to
vulnerable
section of
population
• Responsive governance.
• Speedy clearances.
• Availability of land, water and power
for rapid industrialisation.
• Undertake measures to attract
investments.
• To open up rural roads.
• To set up cold storage
facilities.
• To promote market facilities
for farmers.
• To bring capacity to
undertake organic farming.
• To improve agricultural
productivity.
• To ensure balanced use of
fertilisers.
• Adoption and promotion of
scientific methods of
cultivation.
• Significant expansion of
irrigation.
• To build an efficient
network of transport.
• To ensure state of the art
infrastructure.
• To modernise Chittagong port.
• To build border trade
infrastructure.
• To develop diplomatic
initiatives.
• To improve formal education
system.
• To draw up and implement
plan schemes.
• To ensure responsive and
market friendly governance.
• To provide education, healthcare and
employment opportunities to
vulnerable sections of society.
• Woman empowerment.
Vision
2030
• To ensure regular and
quality power supply.
• To provide access to
Chittagong port.
Source: National Institute of Public Finance and Policy

MEGHALAYA FACT FILE
Source: Government of Assam, Census 2011
 Meghalaya is located in the Northeast of India. The state shares its
border on the north and east with Assam and on the south and west
with Bangladesh.
 English is the official language of Meghalaya. Khasi, Pnar and Garo
are the other principal languages.
 Meghalaya is the wettest state in the country with an average annual
rainfall of 1,150 cm. It has numerous rivers, the major ones being
Manda, Damring, Janjiram, Ringge, Ganol, Simsang, Khri, Umtrew,
Umiam, Umkhem, Kupli, Kynshi, Umiam Mawphlang and Umngot.
 Meghalaya has diverse soil types including red-loamy, laterite, red
and yellow soils. These soils have fine textures ranging from loam to
silty-loam and alluvial soils. These types of soils support a variety of
agricultural crops.
 Shillong, Sohra, Tura Jowai, Nongstoin, Williamnagar, Nongpoh and
Baghmara are some of the key cities in the state.
Source: Abhijitsathe
Parameters Meghalaya
Capital Shillong
Geographical Area (sq km) 22,429
Administrative Districts (No) 11
Population Density (persons per sq km) 132
Total Population (million) 2.97
Male Population (million) 1.49
Female Population (million) 1.48
Sex Ratio (females per 1,000 males) 989
Literacy Rate (%) 75.48

MEGHALAYA IN FIGURES … (1/2)
Parameter Meghalaya All states Source
Economy 2016-17 2016-17
GSDP as a percentage of all states’ GSDP 0.19 100.0 Central Statistics Office
GSDP growth rate (%) 10.55 11.52 Central Statistics Office
Per capita GSDP (US$) 1,373.5 1,709.39 Central Statistics Office
Physical Infrastructure
Installed power capacity (MW) 558.37 334,146.91 Central Electricity Authority, as of February 2018
Wireless subscribers (No) 12,796,167 1,151,936,422
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, as of
January 2018
Internet subscribers (No) 5,190,000 445,960,000
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, as of
December 2017
National Highway length (km) 1,204 115,435 NHAI and Roads and Building Department
Airports (No) 1 125 Airports Authority of India
1Combined figures for the Northeast states comprising Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Sikhim, Tripura

MEGHALAYA IN FIGURES … (2/2)
Parameter Meghalaya All states Source
Social Indicators
Literacy rate (%) 75.48 73.0 Census, 2011
Birth rate (per 1,000 population) 23.7 20.4 SRS Bulletin
Investments
FDI equity inflows (US$ billion) 0.104
1
368.05
Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion,
From April 2000 to December 2017
1FDI inflows for RBI’s (Reserve Bank of India’s) Guwahati-region, which includes Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura

ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – GSDP
 At current prices, Meghalaya’s total GSDP stood at US$ 4.59 billion
during 2016-17.
 The state’s GSDP grew at a CAGR of 6.81% between 2011-12 and
2016-17.
Visakhapatnam port traffic (million tonnes)GSDP of Meghalaya at current prices (in US$ billion)
Source: Directorate of Economics and Statistics of Meghalaya, Central Statistics OfficeGSDP* - Central Statistical Organisation
3.09
3.39
3.56
3.78
4.15
4.59
0
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
4.5
5
2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17
CAGR 6.81%

ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – NSDP
 At current prices, Meghalaya’s total NSDP stood at US$ 4.11 billion
during 2016-17.
 The state’s NSDP grew at a CAGR of 6.63% between 2011-12 and
2016-17.
Visakhapatnam port traffic (million tonnes)NSDP of Meghalaya at current prices (in US$ billion)
Source: : Directorate of Economics and Statistics of Meghalaya, Central Statistics Office NSDP# - calculated using per capita NSDP x Population in million
2.8
3.1
3
3.1
3.73
3.41
4.11
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
2013-14
2014-15
2015-16
2016-17
CAGR 6.63%

ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – PER CAPITA GSDP
 Meghalaya’s per capita GSDP in 2016-17 stood at US$ 1,373.5 in
comparison with US$ 1029 in 2011-12.
 Per capita GSDP of the state grew at a CAGR of 4.93% between
2011-12 and 2016-17.
Source: Directorate of Economics and Statistics of Assam, Central Statistics Office GSDP* - Assam Budget Estimates 2016-17 Per Capita GSDP^ - calculated using GSDP million US$ /
Population in million
Visakhapatnam port traffic (million tonnes)Per capita NSDP (US$)
1029
1106
1136
1183
1269
1374
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
1400
1600
2011-12
2012-13
2013-14
2014-15
2015-16
2016-17
CAGR 4.93%

ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – PER CAPITA NSDP
 Meghalaya’s per capita NSDP in 2016-17 stood at US$ 1,231 in
comparison with US$ 931 in 2011-12.
 Per capita NSDP of the state grew at a CAGR of 4.76% between
2011-12 and 2016-17.
Source: Directorate of Economics and Statistics of Meghalaya, Central Statistics Office Per Capita NSDP^ - Economic and Statistical Organisation, Punjab (ESOPB)
Visakhapatnam port traffic (million tonnes)Per capita NSDP (US$)
931
994
1011.0
1059
1136
1231
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
1400
2011-12
2012-13
2013-14
2014-15
2015-16
2016-17
CAGR 4.76%

ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – PERCENTAGE
DISTRIBUTION OF GSDP
 At a CAGR of 9.61%, the tertiary sector was the fastest growing
among the 3 sectors during 2011-12 to 2016-17. Growth has been
driven by trade, hotels, real estate, finance, insurance, transport,
communications and other services.
 The secondary sector, the second largest contributor to Meghalaya’s
economy, expanded at a CAGR of 2.98% between 2011-12 and
2016-17.
 The primary sector grew at a CAGR of 4.40% between 2011-12 and
2016-17.
Visakhapatnam port traffic (million tonnes)Percentage distribution of GSDP
22.32%
20.27%
32.97%
27.95%
44.72% 51.79%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
2011-12 2016-17
Primary Sector Secondary Sector Tertiary Sector
4.40%
9.61%
2.98%
CAGR
Source: Central Statistical Organization, Aranca Research

ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – AGRICULTURE
PRODUCTION
 Citrus fruits, pineapples, bananas, papayas, plums, peaches and
apricots are the major fruits grown in Meghalaya. Turmeric, ginger,
black pepper and bay leaves are the major spices cultivated in
Meghalaya. The state is also promoting tea cultivation in selected
areas.
 The state has achieved success in the cultivation of non-traditional
crops like tea, cashew nut, oilseeds, tomato, mushroom, wheat, etc.
 The state government is making use of eco-friendly bio-fertilisers
and pesticides, bio-control agents, integrated nutrient management
and green manure for eliminating the deleterious effects of chemical
fertilizers and pesticides on soil. Under budget 2016-17, the state
government proposed an outlay of US$ 44.69 million for agriculture
and horticulture sectors in the state.
 Poultry farming in the state is growing as an increasing number of
people have started poultry rearing as backyard farming for domestic
as well as commercial purposes. The farmers are trained by the
animal husbandry and veterinary department to rear layer, turkey
and broiler poultry as well as on hatching programme.
Source: Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, State Budget
Crop
Annual production – 2017-18*
(‘000 MT)
Fruits 443.02
Vegetables 522.55
Flowers (cut) 0.35
Spices 92.62
Plantation crops 33.25
Honey 0.20
Note: * - 1st Advance Estimates

ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – FDI INFLOWS and
INVESTMENTS
 According to the DIPP, cumulative FDI inflows1 to the North eastern
states during April 2000 to December 2017, stood at US$ 104
million.
 For attracting more investments and coming up with a strategy to
generate skilled and competitive work force, the Government of
Meghalaya has decided to establish an Investment Promotion
Council in the state, during 2016-17.
 The tertiary sector is the fastest growing segment in the state’s
GSVA at constant price between 2011-12 and 2015-16. In 2011-12,
the contribution of the services sector in state’s GSVA at constant
prices was US$ 1.31 billion, which reached US$ 1.6 billion in 2015-
16.
Visakhapatnam port traffic (million tonnes)FDI equity inflows1, 2008-09 to 2017-18 (US$ million)
Source: : Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion1Including Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura
42
11
8
1
5
0.6
5
10
2
8
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
2008-09
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
2013-14
2014-15
2015-16
2016-17
2017-18*
Note: 2017-18* - Up to December 2017

ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – EXPORTS TRENDS
 Overall exports from the state increased from US$ 84.20 million in 2010-11 to US$
86.92 million in 2014-15.
 An EPIP has been set up in Byrnihat over an area of 259 acres to promote exports.
The unit is located at Byrnihat.
 Meghalaya shares a 443-km border with Bangladesh and has 10 land custom stations
to aid exports.
 The key commodities exported to Bangladesh are coal, limestone, boulder stone,
agricultural produce and raw hides and skins.
 As per budget 2016-17, the state government is focusing on establishing and
developing export infrastructure with enhancement and improvement of land custom
stations, integrated check posts, etc. along with creating Border Haats across the
border of India-Bangladesh.
 In March 2017, the state government proposed opening of 22 border haats, along
the India-Bangladesh border. The 2 existing haats at Kalaichar and Balat have not only
promoted trade but have also strengthened ties between people of both the countries.
Source: Ministry of Commerce, News Article EPIP: Export Promotion Industrial Park
Status of industrial units at EPIP, Byrnihat
Status Of industrial units Number of industrial units Total area occupied (In acres)
Units already established 25 76.92
Under implementation 12 26.71
Yet to be implemented 3 4.19
Export trends (In US$ million)
84.20
86.92
82.50
83.00
83.50
84.00
84.50
85.00
85.50
86.00
86.50
87.00
87.50
2010-11
2014-15

BUDGET 2018-19
Sector
Budget
(US$ million)
Law and order 8.93
Judiciary 8.50
District Council 2.05
Power 68.99
Roads and Bridges 97.01
Transport 2.97
Education 149.77
Sports and Youth Affairs 10.16
Health and Family Welfare 94.73
Art and Culture 5.30
Social Welfare 8.31
Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer
Affairs
5.29
Water Supply and Sanitation 45.30
Agriculture and Horticulture 38.97
Fisheries 9.02
Animal Husbandry and Veterinary 9.24
Sector
Budget
(US$ million)
Water Resources 29.41
Soil and Water Conservation 28.28
Sericulture and Weaving 5.59
Forest and Environment 19.30
Community and Rural Development 225.20
Cooperation 2.82
Border Areas Development 7.31
Commerce and Industries 3.89
Mining and Geology 0.57
Urban Development 31.53
Housing 1.54
Labour 10.22
Information Technology 3.04
Tourism 14.41
Personnel 0.39
Information and Public Relations 1.66

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – ROADS … (1/2)
 The state is well connected to its neighbouring north-eastern states
and other parts of India through 5 National Highways: NH-40, NH-44,
NH-51, NH-62 and NH-127B.
 During 2015-16, at a cost of US$ 5.80 million, 63 km long kutcha
roads, 22 km long new roads and 180 running metres of the RCC
bridges were fabricated in the state under the state plan.
 During 2016-17, the Government has sanctioned 45 roads project
under the Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF-XXII) with a
cost of US$ 17.07 for construction, improvement and conversion of
Semi permanent timber bridges into RCC bridges in different parts of
the State
 Under the budget 2017-18, the government allocated an amount of
US$ 93.32 million for a total of 208 number of schemes under a
dedicated fund – the Special Plan Fund (SPF) to upgrade State
highways, major district roads and construction of critical roads and
strategic roads across the State.
 Under the Budget 2018-19, the government allocated an amount of
US$ 97.01 million for Roads and Bridges.
 As of 2015-16, around 218 eligible habitations have been linked
along with the accomplished road length of 687 km.
Source: Maps of India
Road type
Road length (km)
2015-16
National highways 1,204.36*
State highways 1,134
Rural roads 1,569
Source: Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
Note: * – Data as of June 2017

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – ROADS…(2/2)
 Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) was launched in 2000
with the objective of connecting eligible rural habitants. During 2016-
17 about 369 km of road network was completed across Meghalaya
and 3 habitant were benefited.
 During 2017-18 (up to February 2018) 126.982 km of road length
was completed and 27 habitations were connected in Meghalaya
under PMGSY.
National highway length completed (km)
292.91 303.18
88.30
50.10 6.40
0.00
50.00
100.00
150.00
200.00
250.00
300.00
350.00
2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17
5.76
12.72
18.23
22.99
15.07
0.00
5.00
10.00
15.00
20.00
25.00
2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18*
Source: NHAI
Expenditure on road works under PMGSY in Meghalaya
(US$ million)
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) in Meghalaya
(during 2017-18^)
Habitations connected 243
Road length completed (km)# 368.87
Total expenditure (US$ million)* 15.07
Source: PMGSY
Note: * up to December 2017, ^up to March 2018, #in 2016-2017

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – RAILWAYS AND
AIRPORTS
Railways
 The nearest railway station is in Guwahati, Assam. New railway lines on Azra-Byrnihat, Dudhnoi-Mendipathar and Byrnihat-Shillong routes are
under construction.
 The foundation stone of Mendipathar railway station was laid in September 2013. The total length of the broad gauge railway route from Dudhnoi
(Assam) to Mendipathar (Meghalaya) is 19.75 km.
 In May 2016, new passenger trains were flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Moreover, the railway project of Byrnihat-Shillong in
Meghalaya is expected to be commissioned by 2019-20.
Airports
 Meghalaya has two airports located in Shillong and Baljek. The
Shillong airport (Barapani Airport) is fully operational, while the
Baljek Airport is under construction/upgradation.
 In 2015, the state government allocated land to the Airports
Authority of India for the expansion of Umroi Airport, Shillong.
 The Airports Authority of India has taken up a proposal to upgrade
the Shillong airport to enable large aircrafts to land.
 Helicopter services are available from Guwahati to Tura
 In 2016-17, the domestic passenger traffic at the Barapani was
13,376. Passenger traffic during April 2017 – February 2018
reached 12,061.
 Aircraft movement at Barapani airport during April 2017 – February
2018 stood at 440.
Barapani
Airport
2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18*
Total
passenger
traffic
10,346 11,565 13,376 12,061
Aircraft
movement
(nos.)
432 500 570 440
Source: : Airports Authority of India
Note: * – Data from April – February 2018

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – POWER…(1/3)
Installed power capacity in Meghalaya (MW)
288.10
289.60
289.60
373.60
455.30
455.30
494.80
510.45
518.32
558.37
0.00
100.00
200.00
300.00
400.00
500.00
600.00
2008-09
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
2013-14
2014-15
2015-16
2016-17
2017-18*
Source: : Central Electricity Authority
 As of February 2018, Meghalaya had a total installed power
generation capacity of 558.37 MW, comprising 353.03 MW from
state utilities and 205.28 MW from central utilities. Of the total
installed power generation capacity, 387.19 MW was contributed by
hydropower, 140.09 MW by thermal power, and 31.09 MW by
renewable power.
 During 2015-16, 315 KW SPV power plants of different capacities
were being installed across government buildings as well as rooftops
in the state. Work on manufacturing of 10 KW wind solar hybrid
system in the government college at Tura has also been taken up
during 2015-16.
 Under the 12th Five Year Plan, valid from 2012 to 2017, the state
government proposed an outlay of US$ 603.02 million, wherein,
11.97% was proposed for power generation, 28.95% for power
transmission and distribution and the rest was proposed for survey
and investigation, re-engineering works, etc. Another US$ 3.98
million was proposed for non-conventional sources of energy.
 As per State Budget 2018-19, the 2×20 MW New Umtru Hydro
Electric Project (NUHEP) was commissioned in July 2017. There are
two hydro projects under implementation - Lakroh SHP (1.5MW) and
Ganol HEP (3x7.5 MW).
 As per State Budget 2018-19, the state government is implementing
the North Eastern Region Power System Improvement Project
(NERPSIP) with funding from Government of India and World Bank
aid. The project will help in strengthening and augmenting the Intra-
State Transmission System
Note: * – Date as of February 2018

Status of rural electrification in Meghalaya
(As of October 2017)
Area type Nos.
Total inhabited villages 6,459
Electrified villages 6,384
Un-electrified villages 75
Total rural households 4,63,022
Electrified rural households 3,23,755
Un-electrified rural households 1,39,267
Status of rural electrification in Meghalaya under DDUGJY
scheme (As of February 2018)
Area type Nos.
Intensively electrified villages 2,947
Electrified BPL households 105,949
 Rural electrification was taken up as a key initiative under the
Deendayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana, which was launched in
2015. The operational electrification scheme, that is, Rural Electricity
Infrastructure and Household Electriﬁcation, was subsumed in the
scheme launched in 2015. During 2016-17, 681 villages were
electrified.
 As of 31st October 2015, 3 projects were closed in Meghalaya under
Rural Electricity Infrastructure and Household Electrification, for
which US$ 76.17 million was sanctioned and 88% of the sanctioned
amount was released.
Source: Deendayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana

Central financial assistance/subsidy for renewable power
projects (US$ million)
0.33
1.48
1.39
1.31
3.06
1.37
0.00
0.50
1.00
1.50
2.00
2.50
3.00
3.50
2012-13
2013-14
2014-15
2015-16
2016-17
2017-18*
Source: Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Solar Energy Corporation of India
 To popularise renewable energy technologies, Meghalaya Non-
Conventional and Rural Energy Development Agency is
implementing several projects to utilise energy sources such solar,
wind, biogas, biomass. For the overall power sector, the state
government proposed an outlay of US$ 68.99 million under State
Budget 2018-19.
 As per the budget 2018-19, an allocation of Rs 145.11 crore (US$
22.41 million) was made for generation projects, Rs 21.60 crore (
US$ 3.34 million) for distribution projects and Rs 50.26 crore (US$
7.76 million) for transmission projects.

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – TELECOM
 According to Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), North
East had about 12.9 million wireless subscribers and 115,229 wire-
line subscribers as of September 2017.
 In the month of January 2018, 688,994 subscribers had submitted
request for mobile number portability (MNP) in the northeast.
Moreover, total tele-density in the northeast region was recorded to
be 90.73 % as of January 2018. The total number of post offices in
the state, as of March 2017, was recorded at 491.
 The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) initiated a project in
2011, the National Optical Fibre Network (NOFN), with an aim of
connecting 250,000 gram panchayats across the country with
broadband services.
Telecom Infrastructure (as of January 2018)
Wireless subscribers 12,796,167
Wire-line subscribers 113,246
Internet subscribers
1
5,190,000
Rural Internet subscribers
1
2,200,000
Urban Internet subscribers
1
2,990,000
Performance status of NOFN Project (As of December 2017)
No. of GPs in Phase 638
Pipe laid (km)
2
1,212
Cable laid (km) 564
GPs for which cable laid 214
Source: Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, ^ - as of June 2017
Source: Telecom Regulatory Authority of India,1Combined figures for the Northeast
states comprising Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura,
Note: 1As of December 2017, 2As of July 2017

DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS: URBAN
INFRASTRUCTURE
 During 2015-16, the state government finished re-development work of parking lots as well as manufacturing of ISBT at Tura, which are expected
to be functional very soon. Further, the Government of India has also allocated a new project of manufacturing and developing parking-cum-
commercial facility centre at Tura.
 Under the 12th Five Year Plan, valid from 2012 to 2017, the state government proposed an outlay of US$ 227.27 million for urban infrastructure
development, with the state government focussing on urban planning and development of small towns. Of the total proposed outlay for
urbanization, 7.92% was proposed for infrastructure development for Shillong city transport, 29.20% for township development in Shillong,
10.95% for urban development projects in Shillong and the rest for assistance to local bodies, environmental improvement of urban slums, etc.
 Under budget 2017-18, the state government proposed an allocation of US$ 41.45 million for urban development in the state with improvisations
in physical and social infrastructure in order to improve the standard of living of people in the state.
 As per budget 2016-17, the 256 housing units at Nongmynsong, housing project for urban poor as well as Solid Waste Management Project at
Tura are estimated to accomplish their operations very soon in the state. Structuring work of 256 housing units at Nongmynsong and 48 housing
units at Mawprem was initiated in the state during 2015-16.
 In addition to these projects, various projects, such as, enhancement of fire brigade junctions as well as polo market area, etc., have been taken
up by the state government during 2015-16 for making the city of Shillong more beautiful.
 Under Budget 2018-19, the state government proposed an allocation of Rs 204.12 crore (US$ 31.53 million) for urban development.
Source: Government of Meghalaya. State Budget 2016-17

DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS: PUBLIC-PRIVATE
PARTNERSHIP (PPP) PROJECTS
 Meghalaya has two government infrastructure projects under the PPP mode as of February 2018:
Source: Department of Economic Affairs, Government of India, PPP - Public Private Partnerships in India
Contract Authority Sector-Sub Sector
Investment
(US$ million)
Stage
National Highways Authority of India
4-laning of Jorbat-Shillong (Barapani)
sec. of NH40 Assam and Meghalaya on
DBFOT SARDP-NE
Transport - Road
and Bridges
82.79 Under Construction
Road Upgradation (Shillong) Project
Transport - Road
and Bridges
34.54 Completed
 As per the budget 2016-17, an amount of US$ 16.41 million has been estimated under the Government of India’s AMRUT (‘Atal Mission for
Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation’) Programme for the enhancement of Shillong’s septage as well as sewerage management systems for
the period of 2016-20.
 Further, Shillong has been selected under the Smart Cities Mission of Government of India and the proposed amount for this mission is recorded
to be US$ 222.97 million which will be used for the development of Shillong.

SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE – EDUCATION
 Meghalaya has a literacy rate of 75.48%; the male literacy rate is 76.0% and the female
literacy rate is 72.9%.
 As per the state budget 2016-17, the state government allocated US$ 1.52 million for setting
up engineering colleges in Jowai and Ampati during 2015-16.
 Further, an allocation of US$ 0.13 million has been made by the state government for
financing excursion as well as educational tours for government college students during 2015-
16.
 Under budget 2017-18, the state government proposed an allocation of US$ 141.22 million for
development of the education sector in the state.
 In 2016, AYUSH Minister inaugurated the North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and
Homeopathy (NEIAH) to provide healthcare to people in the North East and Sikkim. It has
become the 2nd Ayurvedic College in the North East Region with a homeopathy college and
the only Central Academic Institute of Ayush in Guwahati.
 The Government of Meghalaya distributes laptops every year to meritorious students of Class
X and XII., in order to strengthen and enhance IT skills in the state.
 Under Budget 2018-19, the government allocated a higher amount of Rs 969.64 crore (US$
149.77 million) for the education sector, as compared to the allocation of US$ 141.22 million
during the previous year.
 In May 2017, the state government approved 100% salary hike for 7,000 teachers in
government aided schools. According to the Press Trust of India, 2,450 lower primary
teachers, 2,532 upper primary teachers and 844 Hindi teachers will benefit from this decision.
Educational infrastructure (2014-15)
Total universities 13
Central universities 3
State universities 1
Private universities 9
Colleges 63
Government colleges 6
Medical colleges 1
Polytechnics 3
Engineering colleges 2
Secondary schools 783
Higher secondary schools 112
Primary schools 6,612
Source: Department of Education, Government of Meghalaya University Grants Commission, North East Resources Databank

SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE – HEALTH
 NEIGRIHMS, which has been instituted to provide medical
education, has a 500 bed super-specialty hospital; expansion works
are underway.
 As per budget 2016-17, the construction work of Tura Government
Medical College is expected to start after the successful approval of
Detailed Project Report (DPR) by the Ministry of Health and Family
Welfare. The land for another proposed Government Medical
College at Tura has been donated by the people and the same will
be taken up with the Government of India for funding support.
 The state government has initiated the establishment at PPP mode
of medical college at the site of Reid Provisional Chest Hospital
located in Shillong.
 In February 2017, under its Universal Immunisation Programme
(UIP), the government announced the expansion of rotavirus vaccine
in Meghalaya as well as in 4 other states, across India.
 Under Budget 2018-19, the government allocated an amount of Rs
613.31 crore (US$ 94.73 million) for Health and Family Welfare, as
against US$ 65.33 million, during the previous year.
Health Infrastructure (As of April 08, 2018)
Primary health centres 164
Sub-centres 787
Community health centres 40
District hospitals 23
Mobile medical units (MMU)/vehicles
3
21
Ayurveda hospitals
3
4
Ayurveda dispensaries
3
6
Homoeopathy hospitals
3
7
Homoeopathy dispensaries
3
6
Health indicators (as of 2016)
Birth rate
1
23.7
Death rate
1
6.6
Infant mortality rate
2
39
Source: : Sample Registration System (SRS) Bulletin September 2014
 To bring affordable and diagnostic healthcare within the reach of the
poor in Meghalaya, the government has allocated a sum of US$ 1.52
million.
 In 2016, the state of Meghalaya witnessed decline in the number of
HIV cases reported in the state.
 In April 2017, the state government signed an MoU with New India
Assurance, a public general insurance company, to enhance its
phase-3 of Megha Health Insurance Scheme (MHIS-III) for about
three million people. MHIS-III includes the coverage of to US$
4164.80
Source: : Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Central Bureau of Health Intelligence,
Government of India
Note: 1Per thousand persons, 2Per thousand live births, 3as of February 2017

CULTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE
 Meghalaya has various tourist attractions such as caves, national parks, sanctuaries, sacred groves, waterfalls, lakes and rivers making it an ideal
tourism destination. Meghalaya sports a 18-hole natural golf course, which is a major sport and corporate attraction.
 In December 2016, Nongkrem dance festival, the most ancient and grand festivals of the indigenous Khasi tribe, was organised at Khasi Hills in
Meghalaya. The festival is celebrated as Thanksgiving Day, rituals are performed to appease the all-powerful Goddess, 'Ka Blei Synshar' for a
rich bumper harvest and prosperity of the people.
 Bara Bazar, Jail Road, G.S. Road, Police Bazar, Glory’s Plaza, Meghaloom, Nagaland Handloom and Handicrafts, Assam Emporium, India
Emporium, Khadi Gramodyog, Manipur Emporium, Tantuja and Purbashree are the key shopping areas in Meghalaya. Williamson Sangma State
Museum, Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures, Entomological Museum (Butterfly Museum) are the famous museums of Meghalaya
depicting its rich cultural heritage.
 In April 2015, the state government laid the foundation of Shillong International Centre for Performing Arts and Culture (SICPAC) and an amount
of US$ 25.10 million was proposed for the construction of the centre. As per Budget 2018-19, construction work of this centre will soon be
completed.
 As per budget 2017-18, the state government initiated the construction of show-cases, galleries, etc. and improvement of golf-course and golf-
club premises in Shillong. In addition, the Central Library of the state was also digitised and will be enhanced further with the deployment of new
technologies. Various mega events including the Northeast songs and dances, 18 degree festivals, CALM festival, cultural Panorama, etc. also
took place in the state during 2015-16.
 With a view to accomplish the goal of endorsing sports and encouraging the youth of the state, the state government decided to continue
providing financial assistance across the sector. During 2015-2016, the state government also initiated Chief Minister’s Football Tournament,
under the Mission Football, in order to make football popular among the youth of the state.
 The IHGF (Indian Handicrafts and Gifts Fair), has become the ideal stage for artisans participating from the North East region to show their talent
in merchandise made out of cane, bamboo, etc. Meghalaya is one of the key participants in the event.
 In March 2017, the 41st Foundation Day of the IGRMS was marked by the inauguration of a 2-day national seminar emphasising on the need of
understanding cultural essence of the state and also welcomed a huge number of participants and joined together from Meghalaya and other
states too.
Source: : Meghalaya State Portal, State Budget 2015-16

INDUSTRIAL INFRASTRUCTURE
 Meghalaya has industrial estates at Shillong, Nongstoin, Mawlyndep, Tura, Williamnagar and Khliehtyrshi; an industrial area at Umiam; an EPIP
at Byrnihat; and a growth centre at Mendipathar.
 District Industries Centres are functional under the Meghalaya Industrial Development Corporation in each district and are involved in industrial
infrastructure development of the district.
 The state has constituted a single-window clearance agency for industrial investment approvals.
 Techno-Economic Feasibility Reports (TEFRs) are available with the Meghalaya Industrial Development Corporation for poultry, agro-based
industry, fruit processing, paper-grade lime, alcohol from tapioca, calcium carbonate extraction, ceramic-glazed tile manufacturing, marble and tile
and meat processing.
 As per budget 2017-18, under RIDF (Rural Infrastructure Development Fund), a total of 45 projects are under sanctioned with a cost of US$ 17.07
million for construction, improvement and conversion of Semi permanent timber bridges into RCC bridges in different parts of the State.
 The Union Finance ministry had allocated a budget of US$135.81 million for the North Eastern Council (NEC) for FY16-17. As per the draft
normative allocation, Assam will get 25%, Arunachal Pradesh will be allocated 13%, while the states of Meghalaya, Nagaland, Mizoram, Manipur
and Tripura will get equal share of 11%t each and Sikkim will get 7%, from the budget allotted to NEC.
Source: : Meghalaya State Portal

KEY INDUSTRIES
 The natural resources, policy incentives and infrastructure in the state favour investments
in the tourism, hydroelectric power, manufacturing and mining sectors.
 The agriculture sector contributed around 11.5% to the state’s GSDP in 2014-15
 Mineral, horticulture, electronics, IT, export oriented units and tourism have been identified
as the thrust sectors for industrial development. The state government is taking various
initiatives for the development of the small scale industries in the state. These include:
 Improving infrastructure.
 Implementation of schemes like PMEGP and MSE-CDP.
 Skill development initiatives.
 Increasing credit to the MSMEs
 The Commerce and Industries Department of Meghalaya and its constituent unit,
Meghalaya Industrial Development Corporation, are jointly responsible for the
development of industrial infrastructure in the state
 Several MoUs worth USD156.18 million have been signed between the Government and
the local entrepreneurs to boost investment in the 2-day Northeast Investors Summit at
Shiilong. The sectors being focussed are textiles, handlooms, handicrafts, sericulture,
apparels, garments, technical textiles in all the 8 states, with the “Act East” policy
Year IEMs filed
Proposed
investments
(in US$ million)
2015 2 4.66
2016 2 17.69
2017 6 38.15
Source: Meghalaya Directorate of Industries, DIPP PMEGP - Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme,
Key Industries in Meghalaya
Agriculture and food
processing
Hydroelectric
power
Floriculture Dairy and livestock
Horticulture Handloom and
handicraftsMining
Cement Steel processing
Tourism Sericulture
Note: MSE-CDP - Micro and Small Enterprises – Cluster Development Programme

KEY INDUSTRIES – FLORICULTURE … (1/2)
 Meghalaya is one of the leading north-eastern states in terms of production and supply of cut flowers to mainland consumer markets. The state’s
climate, particularly the areas near Shillong in East Khasi hills district, is well suited for cut flower production.
 The existing industry is at a nascent stage and has the potential to be developed and promoted for export-oriented businesses.
 During 2016-17, the total production of flowers was recorded to be 2.64 thousand tonnes.
 Decorative plants such as dahlia, canna, gladiolus, begonia, tropaeolum, aster, polargonium, antirrhinum, crinum, celosia, kniphofia, impatiens,
chrysanthemum, petunias, pansy, calendula, sweet peas and salvia are found in abundance in the state.
Source: Meghalaya Directorate of Industries
Funds for promotion of floriculture in Meghalaya (US$ Thousand)
Year Funds allocated Funds released
2011-12 499.79 493.43
2012-13 381.02 336.27
2013-14 506.60 490.84
2014-15 76.97 76.97

KEY INDUSTRIES – FLORICULTURE … (2/2)
Area under production of cut flowers (in hectares)
35
60
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
2009-
10
2016-
17
CAGR 8%
Source: : Ministry of Agriculture
 The Floriculture Development Scheme in the state is focused on
promoting and raising awareness about the sector.
 This is done by providing incentives to farmers and motivating them
to grow traditional as well as non-traditional floral crops and
houseplants for commercial purposes.
 The government of India started the “Technology Mission Scheme
on Horticulture” to promote and assist commercial floriculture in
Meghalaya.
 During 2016-17, the area under production for cut flowers was
recorded to be 60 hectares. During 2017-18* the area under
cultivation for cut flowers reached 10 hectares while the production
reached 350 metric tonnes.
 The state government is introducing various initiatives in order to
educate the farmers about the advantages of growing vegetables in
polyhouses.
 New flower crops of heliconia, chrysanthemum, zanthedescia, iris,
gladioli, and foliage plants of leather leaf fern, Xanadu, goldenrod,
and Limonium have been introduced and are slowly gaining
acceptance in the farming community.
 The state government has set up a model floriculture centre at the
district of Ri-Bhoi of the state, during 2015-16, for the development of
floriculture sector in the state.
Source: : * as per 1st advance estimates

KEY INDUSTRIES – MEDICINAL PLANTS
 In 2015, in order to link the farmers with the herbal industry of the
state, the Meghalaya Basin Development Authority had signed a
memorandum of understanding with Central Institute of Medicinal
and Aromatic plants (CIMAP).
 The important and recognised medicinal plants found and cultivated
in Meghalaya are Ipecac, Rauvolfia serpentina, Cinchona,
Abromine, Chaulmoogra Oil, Croton Oil, Eucalyptus, Castor Oil,
Chiretta, Solanum khasianum, Casearia vareca, Zanthoxylum
armatum, Hedyotis scandens, Paederia foetida, Salix alba,
Anacardium occidentale, Cinnamomum and Taxus baccata.
 8 out of top 20 highly demanded and traded medicinal plants in India
are found in Meghalaya.
Year
Funds allocated (US$
million)
Funds released
(US$ million)
2014-15 0.38 0.22
2015-16 0.51 0.15
2016-17 1.24 1.245
2017-18 1.11 1.14
National AYUSH Mission (Centrally sponsored scheme)

KEY INDUSTRIES – BAMBOO
Source:Ministry of Agriculture
Bamboo sector facts
Bamboo production area (hectares) under National
Bamboo Mission
5,574
Bamboo bearing area (Ha.) 4,79,300
Bamboo reserved forest area (Ha.) 9,49,600
 Department of Agriculture and Cooperation (DAC), Ministry of
Agriculture is implementing National Agroforestry and Bamboo
Mission (NABM) scheme with the objective to utilize the potential of
bamboo crops and increase the area of cultivation. In 2014-15, US$
0.51 million was allocated for the implementation of the scheme in
Meghalaya, of which US$ 0.16 million was released.
 In 2016-17, a mass awareness programme on ‘Mass Plantation of
Bamboo’ was launched all over the State involving village
communities, societies, Village Employment Councils and
individuals.
 As per the state budget 2017-18, Under Master Craftsman Training,
762 artisans were trained in trades like Cane and Bamboo, Wood
Crafts and other artistic works during 2016-17. Under the Scheme
Training Inside and Outside, 899 unemployed youth would be
trained during the current financial year.
Equivalent green weight by soundness of culms in Meghalaya
forests (2014-15) (in ‘000 MT)
6,334
1,157
7,491
-
1,000
2,000
3,000
4,000
5,000
6,000
7,000
8,000
GreenCulms
DryCulms
Total

KEY INDUSTRIES – AGRICULTURE, HORTICULTURE
AND FOOD PROCESSING … (1/2)
 Meghalaya has a climate that supports agricultural and horticultural
activities. The state offers potential for investment in these areas.
 Turmeric produced in the state of Meghalaya is considered to be
one of the best in the world as it contains 7.5% of curcumin. The
state is focusing on developing water harvesting and distribution
infrastructure to increase the level of mechanisation in the
horticulture sector.
 During 2017-18, the Government of India allocated Rs 2,550 crore
(US$ 396.64 million under the horticulture mission for Northeast and
Himalayan states for the development of horticulture sector that
including fruits, vegetables, root and tuber crops, mushrooms,
spices, flowers, aromatic plants, coconut, cashew, cocoa and
bamboo.
 During 2017-18, the state produced 443.02 thousand tonnes of fruits
under an area of 35.50 thousand hectares. Similarly, 92.62
thousand tonnes of spices were produced in the state under an area
of 18.70 thousand hectares during 2017-18.
 During 2007-2017, 13 projects under National Mission for Food
Processing and 12 projects under Technology Up-gradation/
Establishment and Modernization of Food Processing Industries
scheme, have been sanctioned by state government.
Year
Area
(‘000 Ha)
Production
(‘000 MT)
Fruits 35.50 443.02
Vegetables 49.73 522.55
Spices 18.70 92.62
Plantation crops 25.52 33.25
Area and production of horticulture crops (2017-18*)
Source: State Directorates of Horticulture
Note: * - As per 2017-18 (1st Adv. Est.)

KEY INDUSTRIES – AGRICULTURE, HORTICULTURE
AND FOOD PROCESSING … (2/2)
 Among various crops and value added products available in the
state, medicinal plants and bamboo processing are the major
potential areas of investment. Under the 12th Five Year Plan, US$
84.35 million has been allotted for agriculture and allied sectors.
 Milk production in the state increased from 79 thousand tonnes in
2011-12 to 83.96 thousand tonnes in 2016-17. For the same time
period, the production of meat in the state increased from 37.1
thousand tonnes to 41 thousand tonnes. Egg production in the state
increased from 104.9 million units in 2013-14 to 106.39 million units
in 2016-17.
Area expansion for various
horticulture crops under HMNEH and MIDH in Meghalaya (Ha.)
5002 7194 8130 5953 4082 7562 7058
30681
2401
0
5000
10000
15000
20000
25000
30000
35000
824
979 1,028 1,035 1,117 1,092
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18*
Source: Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH), HMNEH
Horticulture crop production in Meghalaya (‘000 tonnes)
Note: * - As of 2017-18 (1st Adv. Est.)

KEY INDUSTRIES – HYDROELECTRIC POWER
 As of February 2018, the state had an installed hydroelectric power
capacity of 387.19 MW, of which the state utilities had an installed
capacity of 322 MW and 65.19 MW is contributed by the central
sector.
 The state government is inviting investments in this area through the
PPP mode. Independent Power Producers (IPPs) are also being
invited to develop hydro projects in Meghalaya; this provides
immense potential for investment.
 Hydroelectric power projects with a total capacity of 687 MW have
been proposed to be set up in Meghalaya.
 The 2×20 MW New Umtru Hydro Electric Project (NUHEP) is set to
be commissioned within 2017-18 with the first unit expected to go
for trial run in the last week of March 2017. The other power projects
under implementation are the 3×7.5 MW Ganol HEP in West Garo
Hills and 1.5 MW Lakroh Small HEP in East Jaintia Hills.
Name of the project Installed capacity (MW)
Umangot 260
Umduna 57
Myntdu Leshka-II 60
Selim 170
Umangi Storage-I 54
Mawblei 140
Hydro projects in Meghalaya
Source: Central Electrical Authority Ministry of Power, Government of India
Month Installed capacity (MU)
October 2017 107
November 2017 60
December 2017 48
January 2018 40
February 2018 38
March 2018 33
Month wise target of hydro generation for 2017-18

KEY INDUSTRIES – TOURISM
 Meghalaya is richly endowed with flora, fauna, thick forests, ancient
forest groves, large rivers and grass fields – making it an attractive
tourism destination. Number of tourists visiting Meghalaya grew by
6.65%, which increased from 692,000 in 2013 to 839,363 in 2016. In
2016, Meghalaya witnessed domestic tourist footfalls of 830,887,
while the number of foreign visitors reached 8,476.
 Caving is a major tourist attraction in the state, as most of the
deepest and longest caves in South Asia are located in the state.
The Shillong Golf Course is one of the oldest and best natural golf
courses in the world and is Asia’s 2nd 18-hole natural golf course.
 Under Budget 2018-19, the state government sanctioned US$ 14.41
million for development of the tourism sector in the state. Further, the
state government established 2 recreational parks in Mairang and
Marngar during the same period. To enhance skills and build
capacities of the local populace, 15 trainings programmes have been
conducted during 2016- 17, in which 749 students were trained in
different hospitality trades like food and beverages services,
housekeeping, food and beverages production, basic front office,
grooming and life skills in hospitality.
Total tourist arrivals in Meghalaya (‘000)
404
462
555
596
657
672
686
692
725
759
839
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Source: Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
 In November 2016, with an aim to promote motor sports and
tourism, the state organized the 2nd edition of ‘Bilgaro Challenge
2016’.
 In May 2017, a new species of cave-dwelling crabs was discovered
in Meghalaya’s natural caves. It is the first ever species of a cave
dwelling crab to be ever discovered in India.
 In May 2017, the Shillong peak, known for its spectacular views,
was given the Better Holiday Award.

KEY INDUSTRIES – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
 The IT policy of Meghalaya defines the IT penetration plan for various industries and public sector organisations.
 With a high literacy rate, affordable cost, substantial English-speaking population, improved telecommunication connectivity and favourable
climate, Meghalaya is well-poised to serve the IT industry.
 As per Budget 2018-19, the state government will start construction of a new technology park at New Shillong for companies operating in the IT &
ITeS sector.
 Under Budget 2018-19, the state government allocated US$ 3.04 million for the development of the IT sector. During 2015-16, the state
government came up with citizen centric services for citizens residing in the far flung areas. Across the district of East Khasi Hills, 5 e-district
services are already operating. These services were rolled out across other districts during 2016-17.
 With the fast development of Software Technology Park of India at Lumjingshai, Shillong, various IT companies are expected to set up their
offices in the coming years.
 Under the Chief Minister’s Digital Students Aid Programme, the Meghalaya government has decided to continue the distribution of laptops as a
reward to meritorious students along with digital content enabled tablets to higher secondary students of the state.
Source: : : Ministry of Tourism, Government of India IT - Information Technology, STPI - Software Technology Parks of India

KEY INDUSTRIES – SERICULTURE
 Mulberry, muga and eri cocoons are cultivated in Meghalaya.
 Sericulture has predominantly remained a cottage industry and the state government is
taking proactive steps in training people, reaching out to the market and providing
technical support.
 Major initiatives taken by the state government for the sector’s development are improving
infrastructure.
 Creation of nursery for production of quality planting material and seeds as well as
area expansion under mulberry plantation.
 Technology interventions to improve production and productivity of plantations and
upgrading existing production units.
 Capacity building, including exposure visits.
 Entrepreneurship development and value chain development in the sericulture
sector.
 Organic farming is playing a major role in sustaining the health and fertility of soil. During
2016-17, raw silk production in the state was recorded to be 927MT.
 Under Budget 2018-19, the state government proposed an outlay of US$ 5.59 million for
sericulture and weaving sectors in Meghalaya.
Year Sanctioned
2011-12 1.37
2012-13 1.23
2013-14 1.77
2014-15 0.94
2015-16 1.08
Funds allocated and released for promotion of
sericulture in Meghalaya (US$ million)
Year
Raw Silk production
(MT)
2012-13 517
2013-14 644
2014-15 656
2015-16 857
2016-17
P
927
Source: Ministry of Textiles
Source: Central Silk Board 1Provisional
P - Provisional

KEY INDUSTRIES – HANDLOOM AND HANDICRAFTS
 Meghalaya has an established tradition of high-quality weaving.
Around 15,900 families are involved in handloom activities in the
state. There are eight handloom production centres, 24 handloom
demonstration-cum-production centres, 24 weaving training centres
and a state-level handloom training institute (Mendipathar, East Garo
Hills) in the state.
 As per budget 2016-17, in the Garo and Khasi Hills of the state, 75
handloom clusters were organized during 2015-16.
 Under the North Eastern Region Textile Promotion Schemes
(NERTPS) for both sericulture and handloom sectors, funds to
benefit 1,000 sericulture farmers under the Intensive Bivoltine
Sericulture Development Project (IBSDP) and 2,300 sericulture
farmers for Integrated Sericulture Development Project (ISDP),
including 72 handloom clusters, have already been approved.
 Under the Comprehensive Handloom Development Scheme, the
central government is helping the handloom manufacturers in setting
up of a yarn depot for the production of the handloom products and
product development and diversification centres.
 As of April 2017, Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC)
plans to set up 7-8 khadi centres in Meghalaya in this year. Each
centre is estimated to cost around US$ 13,368.66, and the annual
production is expected to be around US$ 24,000.
Meghalaya khadi production value
(in US$ thousand)
14.22
4.26
4.95
9.47
8.69
15.53
12.81
15.08
0.00
2.00
4.00
6.00
8.00
10.00
12.00
14.00
16.00
18.00
2008-09
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
2013-14
2014-15
2015-16
18.41 16.59 18.25
20.82
0.00
5.00
10.00
15.00
20.00
25.00
2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16
1
Source: Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
Meghalaya khadi sales value
(in US$ thousand)

Meghalaya limestone production (‘000 MT)
Source: : Department Of Mining and Geology, Government of Meghalaya
 Meghalaya accounted for 4.272 million tonnes of limestone
production for the period April 2017 to December 2017.
 An extensive bed of limestone occurs in the southern part of the
state from Jaintia Hills in the East and Garo Hills in the West. Large
deposits of good quality Lithomargic clay have been found in Garo
Hills. The mining industry is emerging in Meghalaya; most of the coal
and stones are being exported to Bangladesh. A number of cement
factories are being either planned or set up, owing to the rich mineral
content of the state.
 In August 2015, the state government passed a resolution seeking
the President’s approval on exempting Meghalaya from the Mines
and Mineral (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957. As per budget
2017-18, the matters are under active consideration of the
Government of India.
 Under State Budget 2018-19, US$ 0.57 million are allocated for the
development of mining and geology sector in the state.
 The prominent coalfields of the state are West Darrangiri, Siju,
Pendengru-Balpakram in the South Garo Hills district; Borsora
Langrin and Shallang in the West Khasi Hills district; East Darrangiri
partly in West Khasi Hills and partly in East Garo Hills; Mawlong-
Shella and Sohra-Cherrapunjee in the East Khasi Hills district and
Bapung-Sutnga in the Jaintia Hills district. Under the budget 2017-
18, the state government proposed an allocation of Rs 3.69 crore
(US$ 573,961) for mining and geology.
4,825
4,543
4,364
4,345
3,834
5,103
4,272
-
1,000
2,000
3,000
4,000
5,000
6,000
2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18*
KEY INDUSTRIES – MINERALS AND MINING … (1/3)

 In 2016-17, coal reserves in the state stood at around 576 million
tonnes with 0.18% share of the total coal reserves of India.
 In 2014-15, geochemical mapping was conducted in 2 districts of
Meghalaya, namely, Ri- Bhoi and Jaintia Hills.
 In 2014-15, the Ministry of Mines conducted an assessment of
limestone reserves of Mawlong-Ishamati Block of Shella-Bholaganj
belt, East Khasi Hills District.
 In 2014-15, the Ministry of Mines investigated the presence of
lateritic bauxite around Rambrai area of West Khasi Hills District.
 In September 2015, the state government submitted mining
guidelines and mining policy to the National Green Tribunal. The
policy is the same as Meghalaya Mines and Mineral Policy 2012
with additional guidelines under NGT directives
Year Reserve (million tonnes)
2009-10 507.7
2010-11 525.9
2011-12 543.1
2012-13 557.6
2013-14 567.9
2014-15 576.4
2015-16 576.0
2016-17 576.0
Coal reserves in Meghalaya
Source: Coal Controllers Office, Ministry of Mines, Government of India

Mineral Location
Limestone
Cherrapunjee, Mawlong, Ishamati,Shella, Komorrah, Borsora, Bagli in Khasi Hills District, Lakadong, Lumshonong,
Nongkhlieh in Jaintia Hills District, Darrang Era-Aning, Siju and Chokpot in Garo Hills District
Coal
Langrin and East Darrangiri in Khasi Hills District, Bapung in Jaintia Hills District and West Darranggiri in Garo Hills
District
Clay (Lithomargic)
Cherrapunjee and Mahadek in Khasi Hills District, Tongseng in Jaintia Hills District, Nangwalbibra and Rongrenggiri in
Garo Hills District
Granite Nongpoh in Ri-Bhoi, Mylliem and Mawkyrwat in Khasi Hills District, Rongjeng in East Garo Hills District
Kaolin
Mawphlang, Smit, Laitlyngkot in Khasi Hills District, Thadlaskein, Mulieh Shangpung, Mynsngat in Jaintia Hills District
and Darugiri in Garo Hills District
Iron Ore West Khasi Hills and East Garo Hills District
Glass Sand Laitryngew, Umstew and Kreit in Khasi hills, Tura in Garo Hills District
Feldspar Bonsamgiri and Rombhagiri in East Garo Hills District
Silimanite Sonapahar in West Khasi Hills District
Bauxite Sung valley in Jaintia Hills District
Rock Phosphate Sung valley in Jaintia Hills District

SINGLE-WINDOW CLEARANCE MECHANISM
 With a view to facilitate and expedite various clearances and government approvals required by entrepreneurs as well as to promote investments
in the state, the Government of Meghalaya has formed a committee to act as a single-window agency for all investments in the state.
 Some of the terms of reference for the committee include:
 To facilitate the expeditious issue of all clearance/approvals required from various departments and agencies of the state government
to any entrepreneur applying for the same and to assist in obtaining clearance from other state bodies/organisations.
 To assist entrepreneurs in obtaining various clearances and approvals from the central government and its agencies.
 To take up with finacial institutions/commercial banks, wherever required, for expediting sanction and disbursement of loans/working
capital to prospective entrepreneurs.
 To facilitate and expedite on land matters for setting up industries.
 To facilitate local entrepreneurs in having an interface with industrial association, central government, boards, and authorities, among
others.
 To attend to all enquiries from all prospective entrepreneurs relating to the law, procedures, practices etc governing investments in the
state.
 To continuously review the various clearance and approvals required for investment in the state by entrepreneurs, with a view to
simplify them as also to minimise procedural constraints to ensure flow of investments in the state.
Source: Single Window Agency

KEY APPROVALS REQUIRED
Approvals and clearances required Department
Incorporation of Company Registrar of Companies
Registration, Industrial Entrepreneurs Memorandum, Industrial Licenses
Industries Department of MeghalayaPermission for Land Use
Allotment of Land
Site Environmental Approval
Meghalaya Pollution Control Board
No-objection Certificate and Consent Under Water and Pollution Control Act
Registration Under States Sales Tax Act and Central and State Excise Act Excise Department
Commercial Taxes
Sanction of Power
Meghalaya Energy Corporation LimitedPower Feasibility
Power Connection
Approval for Construction Activity and Building Plan
Public Works Department
Water and Sewerage Clearance
Public Health and Engineering Department
Water Connection

COST OF DOING BUSINESS IN MEGHALAYA
Cost parameter Cost estimate Source
Cost of land (per acre) US$ 75,000 to US$ 180,000 (Shillong) Industry sources
Hotel cost (per room per night) US$ 25 to US$ 48 State Tourism website
Office space rent (2,000 sq ft) US$ 300 to US$ 800 per month Industry sources
Residential space rent
(2,000 sq ft house)
US$ 75 to US$ 300 per month Industry sources
Fixed power cost (per kWh per
month)
Domestic: US 74.65 cents
Commercial: Average US 149.3 cents
Industrial: Average US 149.3 cents
Central Electricity Authority
Labour cost (minimum wages
per day)
US$ 1.65 to 2.32
Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India,
Wage rates for September 2013

Agency Contact Information
Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region
258, 1st Floor, Vigyan Bhavan-Annexe
New Delhi-110011
Phone: 91-11-2302 2401, 2302 2400
Fax: 91-11-2306 2754
Website: www.mdoner.gov.in
Commerce and Industries Department
Director of Commerce and Industries,
Administrative Building, Lower Lachumiere
Shillong-793 001
East-Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya
E-mail: industries-meg@nic.in
Website: http://megindustry.gov.in
Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited
Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited
Lum Jingshai, Short Round Road
Shillong-793001
Meghalaya, India
Phone: 91-364 2590610/ 2590742/ 2590710/ 2591843
Fax: 91-364-2590355
E-mail: acec.meecl-meg@nic.in
Website: www.meseb.nic.in

STATE ACTS and POLICIES … (1/2)
The Meghalaya
Appropriation (No. I) Act,
2014
 To authorize appropriation and payment from the consolidated fund of the state
 To supplement the existing power production and generate employment opportunities.
 To identify areas in Meghalaya that have potential in biomass power for setting up off-grid plants.
Renewable Energy Policy
2013 (Proposed)
 To facilitate investments in new sectors across the state and thus ensure accelerated and sustained growth.
 To attract, facilitate and promote wider expectations and high end investment.
Meghalaya Industrial
and Investment
Promotion Policy 2016
Objectives
Water Act 2012
 To provide for water rights and obligations; conservation, control, management and use of water resources and
supply; constitution of water and sewerage authorities; facilitate devolution and decentralisation of management.
 To facilitate systematic, scientific and planned utilisation of mineral resources and to streamline mineral-based
development of the state.
Meghalaya Mines and
Minerals Policy 2012
 The mission for youth development in the state is to create an enabling environment for youth to realise their rights,
potentials and opportunities in the state and making them self-reliant, empowered and active citizens.
State Youth Policy 2012
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STATE ACTS and POLICIES … (2/2)
Meghalaya Tourism
Policy 2011
 To position Meghalaya as a preferred tourist destination by taking advantage of its rich cultural heritage and natural
beauty.
 To promote the Northeast region as an attractive investment destination through various concessions and
incentives.
North East Industrial and
Investment Promotion
Policy (NEIIPP) 2007
 To create wealth, generate employment and bring in IT-led economic growth.
 To make information technology as a tool for attaining all round development in the state.
IT Policy 2004
Objectives
 To create wealth, generate employment and bring in IT-led economic growth.
 To make information technology as a tool for attaining all round development in the state.
Industrial Policy 1997
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 To facilitate better approach to monitoring of the road infrastructure in the state
 To create road infrastructure in the state with special focus on facilitating access to remote villages
Meghalaya Road
Maintenance Policy 2017
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EXCHANGE RATES
Source: Reserve Bank of India
Year INR equivalent of one US$
2004-05 44.81
2005-06 44.14
2006-07 45.14
2007-08 40.27
2008-09 46.14
2009-10 47.42
2010-11 45.62
2011-12 46.88
2012-13 54.31
2013-14 60.28
2014-15 60.28
2015-16 65.46
2016-17 67.09
Q1 2017-18 64.46
Q2 2017-18 64.29
Q3 2017-18 64.74
Exchange Rates (Fiscal Year)

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