Shillong Airport Expansion Contract Awarded, Work Delayed

✍️ The Meghalayan Express 🗓 07 Jul 2026, 03:15 AM 👁 1

The contract for the expansion of Shillong Airport has been awarded, however, the designated contractor has not yet commenced the work.

Work on the much-anticipated expansion of Shillong Airport has been formally awarded to a contractor. Despite the contract being finalized, the chosen firm has not yet initiated any construction or preparatory activities on the ground.

This development indicates a delay in the project's commencement, raising questions about the timeline for the airport's enhancement. Further details regarding the contractor and the specific reasons for the delayed start of work are not immediately available.

The expansion project aims to improve infrastructure at Shillong Airport, a vital air connectivity point for Meghalaya.