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Meghalaya Taxi Operators Granted Permission to Operate in Assam Until Sept 10
✍️ The Meghalayan Express
🗓 23 Aug 2026, 11:33 PM
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Meghalaya’s cab unions have secured a temporary clearance to run services in Assam until 10 September, according to the Meghalayan Express.
The cab unions of Meghalaya have reached an agreement with the transport authorities of Assam that allows their vehicles to operate within the state until 10 September. The arrangement, reported by the Meghalayan Express, is intended to facilitate cross‑border travel for passengers and to address a short‑term demand for additional taxi services.
Under the temporary clearance, Meghalaya‑registered cabs can pick up and drop off passengers at designated points in Assam, adhering to the same fare and safety regulations that apply to local operators. The agreement is set to expire on 10 September, after which the unions will seek renewal or a permanent arrangement.
Transport officials from both states said the decision was taken after consultations with driver associations and a review of traffic management plans. No financial terms or penalties were disclosed, and the focus remains on ensuring seamless mobility for commuters across the border.
The move is expected to benefit travelers moving between Shillong and Guwahati, as well as smaller towns along the route, by providing more options and potentially reducing wait times for taxis.
Under the temporary clearance, Meghalaya‑registered cabs can pick up and drop off passengers at designated points in Assam, adhering to the same fare and safety regulations that apply to local operators. The agreement is set to expire on 10 September, after which the unions will seek renewal or a permanent arrangement.
Transport officials from both states said the decision was taken after consultations with driver associations and a review of traffic management plans. No financial terms or penalties were disclosed, and the focus remains on ensuring seamless mobility for commuters across the border.
The move is expected to benefit travelers moving between Shillong and Guwahati, as well as smaller towns along the route, by providing more options and potentially reducing wait times for taxis.