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PM Modi
inaugurated development projects totaling over Rs 5,100 crore in Itanagar,
Arunachal Pradesh.
¨ In Arunachal Pradesh, he began his address by
offering prayers to the deity Donyi Polo.
¨ Modi referred to Arunachal as the pride of
Mother India.
¨ Modi stated that the eight states of the
Northeast are vital to India’s overall development.
¨ He called these states Ashtalakshmi, and said
they must not be left behind.
¨ The Prime Minister highlighted that Arunachal
has received over ₹1 lakh crore in central tax share over the past decade.
¨ This is a stark contrast to the ₹6,000 crore
under the previous government.
¨ The Union Government is working to establish
heliports in remote areas and integrate the Northeast into the UDAN scheme.
¨ Hollongi Airport has expanded with a new
terminal.
¨ It now offers direct flights to Delhi,
benefiting local farmers and industries.
¨ The Prime Minister announced two new power
projects to strengthen Arunachal’s energy sector.
¨ The government has redefined “backward”
districts as “aspirational districts” and prioritized their growth.
¨ Border villages, once labeled as “last
villages,” are now recognized as “first villages.”
¨ This shift has accelerated the pace of
development in border areas.
¨ In Arunachal, over 450 border villages have
seen rapid development.
¨ The Prime Minister announced plans for a new
convention center in Tawang.
¨ PM Modi laid the foundation for two major
hydropower projects in Arunachal worth Rs 3,700 crore.
¨ These projects will enhance the state’s
energy production.
¨ The Heo Hydro Electric Project (240 MW) and
Tato-I Hydro Electric Project (186 MW) will be developed in the Siyom
sub-basin.
¨ Key infrastructure projects worth Rs 1,290
crore were launched.
¨ These projects will cater to sectors such as
connectivity, healthcare, fire safety, and support for working women.
