Sitharaman inaugurates 72 digital libraries, lays foundation stones for key projects in Meghalaya
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Dated:- 11-7-2025
PTI
Shillong, Jul 11 (PTI) Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday inaugurated 72 digital libraries and laid foundation stones for multiple key infrastructure and development projects worth over Rs 1,500 crore in Meghalaya.
Accompanied by Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, Sitharaman also launched the IICA North East Conclave 2025 at IIM Shillong and laid the foundation stone for the IICA Northeast Regional Campus.
The Union Finance minister also laid the foundation for the redevelopment of Umiam Lake at a cost of Rs 99.99 crore. It will be funded under the Special Ass
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als and students.
Another key project unveiled was the CBIC Integrated Complex at Umsawli, intended to streamline operations of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs in the state.
Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the Digital Libraries initiative will “significantly enhance access to knowledge, especially in rural and remote areas, and empower youth through digital learning resources.” The 72 Digital Libraries, spread across all 12 districts of Meghalaya, are designed to provide free access to e-books, online courses, research materials, government services, and digital skill-building tools.
These libraries are built at a cost of over Rs 100 crore and will operate as community knowledge hubs, equipped with internet connectiv
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