SHILLONG: Construction of the Northeast region’s first Skywalk project is steadily progressing at Dympep village in Sohra, with around 20 percent of the work already completed since construction began in November last year.
The ambitious tourism infrastructure project, estimated at nearly ₹51 crore, is being developed as a major attraction aimed at strengthening tourism in Sohra and surrounding areas.
Sohra MLA Gavin Miguel Mylliem informed reporters that the proposed Skywalk, stretching approximately 40 metres, is expected to be completed by the later part of 2027.
“Work on the project began in November 2025 and the progress has been encouraging. Based on updates received from the department, nearly one-fifth of the construction has already been completed,” Mylliem stated.
He expressed confidence that the structure would emerge as one of the region’s major tourist attractions once operational.
“This will be among the first projects of its kind anywhere in the Northeast. We believe it will significantly improve tourist inflow not only to Dympep but to nearby localities as well,” he remarked.
The MLA also provided updates regarding the proposed Nohkalikai Tourism Project being implemented under the Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North East Region (PM-DevINE) scheme.
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According to him, the project has already received financial approval, while the tendering process has been completed.
“The sanctioned amount for the Nohkalikai tourism development project is around ₹38 crore. The work order has already been issued and physical construction is expected to begin shortly,” he said.
Responding to concerns regarding possible ecological impact in the environmentally sensitive Sohra region, Mylliem maintained that environmental safeguards had been integrated into the planning process from the beginning.
“Environmental protection was one of the primary considerations during preparation of the DPR. The consultants were instructed to ensure that natural surroundings are preserved while implementing the project,” he explained.
He further stated that the government does not anticipate any major environmental damage from the proposed tourism infrastructure if implemented according to the approved design and safeguards.