Shillong, Aug. 13 -- The Meghalaya government has cancelled its request for proposal (RFP) for the re-development, operation, and maintenance of the Orchid Lake Resort at Umiam Lake into a 5-star luxury property.

According to a notice issued by the Tourism Department, the decision was taken due to material changes in project parameters, including a revision in land extent and the addition of another project location.

The department said a fresh procurement process will be initiated for the revised project scope, with a new RFP to be announced separately.

In a separate development, the Directorate of Tourism has invited expressions of interest from individuals, communities, or clans for the purchase or lease of at least 10 acres of land...