DAWKI, February 14 (PTI): Meghalaya Governor Ganga Prasad Tuesday inaugurated the "Friendship Gate" constructed with an aim to have a Wagah-like beating retreat ceremony for the Indian and Bangladesh border guards. The Friendship Gate has been constructed near Integrated Check post, 90 km South of capital Shillong on border with Bangladesh. Speaking at the event, Prasad assured that he will take up necessary steps to promote tourism in the area. The Governor also met Border Guard of Bangladesh's Additional Director Zahid Hasan, who was present on the occasion, and distributed sweets to both the troops at the venue. The Governor also inaugurated a BSF Border outpost at Umsyiem during his visit to the border.
