Shillong bans roadside Durga Puja pandals in future

Shillong bans roadside Durga Puja pandals in future

The East Khasi Hills district administration has said Durga Puja pandals occupying portions of PWD roads will not be allowed in the coming years, citing traffic congestion and public inconvenience. Deputy Commissioner Abhilash Baranwal said the administration had discussed concerns about the RR Colony and Laitumkhrah Road pandals with local dorbars. Since relocating them at […]

Govt allows puja pandal of RR Colony on PWD; restrictions from next year

The East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner Abhilash Baranwal has said the administration will not allow Puja pandals on the PWD roads from next year.Speaking to reporters, the deputy commissioner admitted that the Puja pandal in RR Colony is on the PWD road.The pandal was allowed as shifting will cause inconvenience since preparations were done.