Meghalaya Flood Plain Zoning Act, 2026 (Act No. 4 of 2026).

This Act provides for zoning of flood plains and regulation of activities in the flood plain zones. Chapter II establishes the Flood Zoning Authority (Authority) and lays down its functions and powers. Chapter III gives the power to the state government for survey of flood plains of rivers by the Authority. Chapter IV lays down the procedure for notification and demarcation of flood plain zones. Chapter V gives the power to the Authority, to restrict the activities in the flood plain zone, in the interest of public health, safety, protection of property or reducing the inconvenience to the general public. The penalties for contravention of any restrictions imposed are laid down. Chapter VI provides for removal of any unauthorized obstruction by any owner of land upon directions of the Authority.