The Meghalaya cabinet has approved amendments to the state’s building byelaws, specifically targeting the regulation of construction in industrial zones. These amendments aim to categorize industrial zones more effectively and ensure the planned and scientific development of new industrial areas, particularly in the expanding Shillong city. The amendments are seen as crucial for managing the growth of industrial zones and ensuring sustainable development. This move follows similar amendments in other states, such as Uttar Pradesh, where the cabinet approved changes to retirement benefits rules, and Kerala, where the government is considering revisions to its Medisep health insurance scheme. These amendments highlight a broader trend of governments across India seeking to refine regulations and address concerns in various sectors.