The need to improve Meghalaya’s transport infrastructure and digital connectivity were two of the subjects discussed between six relatively young MLAs from the state and German MP Florian Müller here today.
The local legislators were Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Shakliar Warjri, Santa Mary Shylla, Damanbait Lamare, Charles Marngar, Ian Botham Sangma, and Gabriel Wahlang. Accompanying Müller was Adrian Haack, resident India representative of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation, which is associated with Muller’s Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party.
Müller highlighted the interdependence between transport infrastructure and digital connectivity, emphasising that they rely on each other for effective operation. He mentioned that the development of modern transport infrastructure has facilitated faster and more efficient movement of goods and people globally.
Müller also maintained that robust digital connectivity is essential to ensure the smooth functioning of all aspects of transport infrastructure, including transportation management systems, traffic monitoring and control and communication between drivers and passengers.
During the interactive session, the Meghalaya MLAs expressed their concerns about the inadequate transportation infrastructure within the state. Despite the state being more than 50 years old, many villages still lack proper road connectivity.
Cabinet minister Warjri, however, acknowledged the significant improvement in road infrastructure within the state over the past five years. He emphasised that it is crucial for the Meghalaya government to continue investing in these areas to ensure continuous growth and development.
