Meghalaya

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.

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Last updated: Dec, 2024

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Capital

Shillong

Geographical Area (sq km)

22,429

State Language

English, Khasi, Pnar and Garo

Literacy Rate

74.4 per cent

Key Industries:

Handlooms & Handicrafts

Sericulture

Mining

Cement

Food processing

Agriculture

Floriculture

Hydroelectric power

Tourism

RELATED SITES

Commerce and Industry Department, Meghalaya Meghalaya State Portal Department of Education, Meghalaya Department of Agriculture, Meghalaya

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Transformational decade under Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi sparks new energy in Northeast India: Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Mr. Sarbananda Sonowal

Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi’s government’s transformative efforts in Northeast India have driven unprecedented growth in infrastructure, connectivity, and waterways, positioning the region as a key engine for India’s development.

27 Nov 24

A High-Level Committee, under the chairmanship of Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Mr. Amit Shah, approves US$ 132.4 million (Rs. 1,115.67 crore) for disaster mitigation and capacity building projects for various states

The Home Minister-led committee approved US$ 132.4 million (Rs. 1,115.67 crore) for disaster mitigation and capacity-building projects, including US$ 118.7 million (Rs. 1,000 crore) for landslide risk mitigation across 15 states and US$ 13.7 million (Rs. 115.67 crore) for training volunteers.

5 Mar 24

Viksit Bharat 2047: Northeast India as logistics gateway to Southeast Asia

Government's strategic focus on 'Viksit Bharat 2047' Enhancing connectivity, expanding exports, and fortifying logistics infrastructure through key policies for a thriving India.

2 Nov 21

India and World Bank sign agreement to strengthen health systems in Meghalaya

Government of India, the Government of Meghalaya and the World Bank signed a US$ 40 million health project for the state of Meghalaya.

19 May 21

16 States/UTs lift 100% food grains for May 2021 under PMGKAY Food Corporation of India supplies 31.80 LMT free food grains to a States/ UTs under PMGKA

Food Corporation of India supplies 31.80 LMT free food grains to a States/ UTs under PMGKAY scheme.

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