Snapshot

Receives the highest amount of rainfall in India, 12m annually

Meghalaya has a hydroelectric power potential of approximately 3,000 MW. The state has abundant deposits of coal, limestone, granite, quartz, kaolin feldspar, industrial clay and uranium.  

Meghalaya, located in North-East India, shares its border with Assam and Bangladesh. The state is endowed with abundant natural resources in terms of flora, fauna, coal and limestone.

Of the 6,000 medicinal plants in India, 834 plants including the famous Himalayan Yew, are found in Meghalaya. The state is home to 8 of the top 20 medicinal plants that are traded in India and are in high demand. Meghalaya, one of the most picturesque states in India, has two national parks and three wildlife sanctuaries. It offers many adventure tourism opportunities like mountaineering, rock climbing, water sports, and hiking and trekking, among others. The state receives the highest rainfall in India and Cherrapunji is the wettest region in the world.

Agro-processing, horticulture, tourism, minerals, electronics and IT have been identified as thrust sectors for development and promotion. The state provides excellent institutional support through various central and state government agencies such as North-East Council, Ministry of Development of North-Eastern Region and Meghalaya Industrial Development Corporation.

Turmeric

Producer of one of the finest varieties of turmeric, the Lakadong turmeric

Strawberry

Leading producer of strawberry in India

Rock Band

Shillong: 'Rock capital of India' has received visits from world famous rock bands

Hydroelectric Power

Meghalaya has an installed hydroelectric power capacity of 387.2 MW as of January 2018.

The total potential for hydropower is estimated to be approximately 3,000 MW.

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Agriculture and Horticulture

Meghalaya's turmeric, grown in Jaintia hills, is considered best in the world.

Besides the major food crops of rice and maize, the state is also known for various horticulture crops and fruits. About 81% of Meghalaya's population depends on agriculture sector for livelihood.

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Mineral Industry

Meghalaya is endowed with a rich natural resource base of coal, limestone, uranium and granite.

The state offers immense investment opportunities in this sector.

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Tourism and Hospitality

Meghalaya is one of the most picturesque states in India.

The state is home to Nongkhnum Island, India's largest and Asia's second largest river island. The state has two national parks and three wildlife sanctuaries. The state offers many adventure tourism opportunities like mountaineering, rock climbing, water sports, and hiking and trekking, among others.

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Hydroelectric Power
Agriculture and Horticulture
Mineral Industry
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20

Urbanisation Rate

Females/ 1000 Males
986

Female/Male Ratio

Male/Female Ratio

Demographics

About 55% of Meghalaya's population is in the working age group of 15-59 years.

Meghalaya's total population is 2.9 mn and the state recorded the highest decadal population growth rate of 27.9%.

Skilled Manpower

  • 1

    Central University

  • 8

    Private Universities

  • 5

    Engineering Colleges (AICTE approved)

  • 2

    Industrial Training Institutes
Upcoming Projects

Upcoming projects:

  • Proposed hydroelectric power projects with a total capacity of 687 MW 
  • Smart Cities Mission, for which Shillong is the city identified in Meghalaya
  • Open

    Meghalaya Industrial & Investment Pr…

    Aims to promote and attract investment in the State.

  • Open

    Meghalaya Tourism Policy 2011

    To promote tourism in Meghalaya by taking advantage of it…

  • Open

    North East Industrial Development Scheme…

    To boost industrialization in the North-Eastern Region of…

*As per secondary research sources

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