Shillong, September 29:The Chief Minister, Dr Mukul M Sangma, visited Iewduh market also known as Bara Bazaar, the largest and the oldest traditional market in Meghalaya and the hub of trade and commerce.
Speaking to a gathering, Dr Mukul M Sangma said that the pride and legacy of Iewduh must be carried forward and all action plan and concept of market pave way for the prosperity of the people. He also added that Hima Mylliem will be supported by the government to make the market befitting to its legacy.
He also said that all departments of the government will be integrated to make the market not only safe and viable but also attractive but an important tourist destination of the state. He urged upon all to engage with the authorities and to take upon the improvement of Iewduh as a shared objective and responsibility.
Among others who spoke during the occasion was Minister, Urban Affairs, Arts & Culture etc R V Lyngdoh who said that the age old market where traders from Khasi, Jaintia and Ri Bhoi Districts converge to carry out their business looked no longer like a market but a slum. He said that the need of the hour is to modernize the market in an environment friendly manner where traders can do business in a healthy and conducive atmosphere.
Also present were Minister, Health & Family Welfare, Higher & Technical Education etc Roshan Warjri, and senior officials from the district administration and Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary, Commerce & Industries and Urban Affairs and the Syiem of Hima Mylliem and representative and members of local bodies.
Later, the Chief Minister visited the Fish Market and other markets in Iewduh interacting with the traders and vendors.
