Integrated Sohra Tourism Circuit

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Recently, the Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region laid the foundation stone for the Integrated Sohra Circuit Development under the Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North Eastern Region (PM-DevINE) scheme.

About Integrated Sohra Tourism Circuit

• It is jointly being developed by the Ministry of DoNER and the Government of Meghalaya.
• It aims to transform Sohra into a multi-day experiential tourism destination rooted in sustainability and local livelihoods.

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Key Components of Integrated Sohra Tourism Circuit

• Sohra Experience Centre: It will serve as the cultural nucleus of the circuit, showcasing Meghalaya’s diverse tribal heritage through amphitheatres, rain experience parks, art galleries, and craft pavilions.
• Supporting projects: It includes Nohkalikai Falls precinct, Mawsmai Eco Park, Shella Riverside Development, and Wahkaliar Canyon with adventure tourism.

Key Facts about the PM-DevINE scheme

• The Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North Eastern Region (PM-DevINE), was launched in 2022 as a Central Sector scheme, with 100% Central funding.
• The scheme has an outlay of Rs.6,600 crore for the 4 year period from 2022-23 to 2025-26.

Objectives of PM-DevINE scheme 

• Fund infrastructure convergently, in the spirit of PM GatiShakti;
• Support social development projects based on felt needs of the NER;
• Enable livelihood activities for youth and women; and
• Fill the development gaps in various sectors. 

Source: PIB