Location: Shillong, Meghalaya
Area: 4,82,707 sq. ft.
Year: 2022
Status: Concept
The Umkhrah Riverfront redevelopment unifies 87 fragmented plots into a cohesive, pedestrian-friendly urban corridor. By integrating wider roads, continuous footpaths and designated building zones, the project ensures efficient land use and a vibrant public realm.
Inclusive infrastructure—shaded walkways, seating, bicycle parking, waste bins, and wayfinding—enhances accessibility, while traffic-calming measures and transit-specific upgrades improve mobility. Repurposed
spaces become pedestrian plazas, fostering community life and commerce.
Sustainable features like bioswales, rain gardens, permeable surfaces, and hydro-power support ecological resilience, while cultural identity is preserved through traditional sports and event spaces. Adhering to URDPFI
guidelines, the 950m revitalization boosts
tourism and urban livability.