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Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Scindia urges NE states to update logistics policies
Advt Advt Guwahati: Union Minister Jyotiraditya M Scindia said infrastructure projects in the north-east should be mapped on the PM GatiShakti Portal for better planning of future initiatives and urged all the states in the region to update their logistics policies as per the metric prepared by the DoNER Ministry , a statement said on the minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), virtually attended a high-level task force meeting on 'Logistics, Infrastructure Connectivity in NER' on also asked all the states in the region to develop industrial clusters along transport corridors for the rapid economic growth of the north-east."The Union minister added that all the infrastructure projects in the northeastern region (NER) should be mapped on the PM GatiShakti Portal for better planning of future projects."He urged all the NER states that they should update their state logistics policies, as per the metric prepared by the ministry based on the best practices throughout the country, preferably before the next NEC Plenary session," the statement said, quoting central minister also outlined five suggestions for bridging the gaps in infrastructure and include convergence of NER infrastructure grids by preparing a regional master plan, establishment of a monitoring mechanism for priority projects, policy push for multimodal logistics park by way of offering various tax and other concessions, boosting cross-border connectivity to promote international trade with neighbouring countries and enhancing digital connectivity and power meeting was chaired by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Pradesh CM Pema Khandu, Mizoram Minister of Public Health Engineering & Rural Development Prof Lalnilawma and Sikkim Minister of Commerce and Industries Tshering Thendup Bhutia, along with DoNER officials, were present at the Assam CM emphasised the strategic importance of the northeastern region as a gateway to Southeast pointed out that since 2014, the government has taken several steps to boost infrastructure connectivity in the northeastern region, but high transportation cost for goods remains a major bottleneck that needs to be also stated that the execution of the Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project (KMMTTP) has been expedited, and it will connect the NER to the Sittwe Port in Pradesh Chief Minister highlighted that due to the high geographical spread and sparse population distribution in the state, there are a large number of villages that lack road suggested that the high-level task force may explore providing connectivity to these villages through PMGSY and other relevant central government further stated that the air connectivity to the Hollongi Airport can be enhanced by increasing the frequency of also called for the need to reorient the North Eastern Council (NEC) to function as a think-tank, on the lines of NITI Aayog, for a holistic growth of the Mizoram minister highlighted the issue of high logistics fare in NER, due to which the cost of local produce and commodities increases by more than 20 per cent, making these items less also outlined the need for improving digital connectivity in the Sikkim minister pointed out that an alternative road alignment to the existing NH-10 needs to be developed as the national highway gets affected every year by torrential rainfall and emphasised the need for developing climate-resilient infrastructure in NER to boost trade with the meeting, critical gaps were discussed in the sectors of roads, railways, waterways, logistics and digital connectivity, the statement bridge these gaps, a comprehensive Infrastructure Master Plan must be formulated, it plan will be developed in consultation with all eight northeastern states and central ministries, ensuring a collaborative approach to regional key points of discussion during the meeting included identification of state-specific bottlenecks and challenges, critical connectivity gaps and prioritised infrastructure needs, integration of state budgets and national investments for capital formation, and an implementation roadmap for 'Viksit NER @ 2047'.Earlier this year, the Centre had formed eight high-level task forces, with each headed by one of the chief ministers of the NE region. PTI
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Kaladan project to be operational by '27, will unlock trade opportunities: Sonowal
Guwahati: The Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project (KMTTP) will be fully operational by 2027, said Union minister for ports, shipping and waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal in Guwahati on Monday. The project aims to reduce the distance between the northeast and the rest of India through a sea route. While Sonowal mentioned that the Sittwe port in Myanmar (under the project) is ready, work is ongoing to develop road connectivity to Mizoram. Sonowal said, "This is a strategic initiative to enhance connectivity between India's northeast and Myanmar — set to be fully operational by 2027. Empowered by Modi ji's transformative 'Act East' policy, this once landlocked region is now poised for direct and shorter access to international sea routes." KMTTP is the result of the India-Myanmar Friendship Treaty. This project connects Mizoram to Kolkata through Myanmar and primarily involves Rakhine State and Chin State in Myanmar. It connects the port of Sittwe in Rakhine State to Paletwa in Chin State via the Kaladan river in Myanmar. However, prolonged violence in Rakhine and Chin states amid civil war due to armed conflict between rebel groups and the Myanmar military resulted in considerable delays in the completion and operationalisation of the project. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AI is helping small businesses increase productivity. Insider Learn More Undo From Sittwe port to Kaladan river, the distance is 159km, and through this river route, consignments can reach Paletwa. From Paletwa to Zorinpui, it is a 110km journey via road, where road construction is ongoing. From Zorinpui to Aizawl, it's another 100km. "If the waterways can be developed, the Aizawl to Kolkata distance, which is 1,800km, can be minimised by 700km from the original distance by road," Sonowal said. Once fully operational, Sonowal said the region will unlock new trade opportunities also for Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, and Myanmar by connecting them with Southeast Asia. From Sittwe in Myanmar to Sabroom in Tripura, goods from Kolkata to Sittwe Port can be shipped to Teknaf Port, Bangladesh, which is just 60 nautical miles from Sittwe. From Teknaf Port, goods can be transported by road to Sabroom, which is 300 km away. Sabroom has an integrated customs border between Bangladesh and Tripura. In other areas, Sonowal said that the Modi govt has planned a Rs 5,000-crore investment to develop northeast waterways. "50,000 northeast youth will get maritime skill training and job opportunities over the next decade," Sonowal affirmed.
The Hindu
07-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Kaladan project between India, Myanmar to be operational by 2027: Sonowal
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday (July 7, 2025) said the ambitious Kaladan project between India and Myanmar, which is aimed at reducing the Northeast's distance from the rest of the country, will be operational by 2027. Addressing a press conference in Guwahatu, Mr. Sonowal said the distance between Aizawl and Kolkata will be shortened by 700 km once the project is ready. "The Sittwe port [in Myanmar] is ready. Now work is going on to develop the road connectivity to Aizawl. The entire Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project will be operational by 2027," he added. Mr. Sonowal, the minister of ports, shipping and waterways, said that his ministry is investing ₹1,000 crore in developing the waterways of the project, while other agencies are taking care of the rest. He said that the Northeastern region will play a critical role in reviving the economic prosperity of India. "PM Narendra Modi said that transformation should be done through transportation. As per his direction, we want to develop Northeast as the business hub of South Asia. For that, waterways will play a crucial role," Mr. Sonowal said. The Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport project was jointly identified by the two countries to create a multi-modal mode of transport for the shipment of cargo from the eastern ports of India to Myanmar, as well as to the Northeast, through the southeast Asian country.
The Print
07-07-2025
- Business
- The Print
Kaladan project between India, Myanmar to be operational by 2027: Sonowal
'The Sittwe port (in Myanmar) is ready. Now work is going on to develop the road connectivity to Aizawl. The entire Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project will be operational by 2027,' he added. Addressing a press conference here, Sonowal said the distance between Aizawl and Kolkata will be shortened by 700 km once the project is ready. Guwahati, Jul 7 (PTI) Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday said the ambitious Kaladan project between India and Myanmar, which is aimed at reducing the Northeast's distance from the rest of the country, will be operational by 2027. Sonowal, the minister of ports, shipping and waterways, said that his ministry is investing Rs 1,000 crore in developing the waterways of the project, while other agencies are taking care of the rest. He said that the Northeastern region will play a critical role in reviving the economic prosperity of India. 'PM Narendra Modi said that transformation should be done through transportation. As per his direction, we want to develop Northeast as the business hub of South Asia. For that, waterways will play a crucial role,' Sonowal said. The Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport project was jointly identified by the two countries to create a multi-modal mode of transport for the shipment of cargo from the eastern ports of India to Myanmar, as well as to the Northeast, through the southeast Asian country. PTI TR BDC This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
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Business Standard
07-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Kaladan project between India, Myanmar to be operational by 2027: Sonowal
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday said the ambitious Kaladan project between India and Myanmar, which is aimed at reducing the Northeast's distance from the rest of the country, will be operational by 2027. Addressing a press conference here, Sonowal said the distance between Aizawl and Kolkata will be shortened by 700 km once the project is ready. "The Sittwe port (in Myanmar) is ready. Now work is going on to develop the road connectivity to Aizawl. The entire Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project will be operational by 2027," he added. Sonowal, the minister of ports, shipping and waterways, said that his ministry is investing ₹1,000 crore in developing the waterways of the project, while other agencies are taking care of the rest. He said that the Northeastern region will play a critical role in reviving the economic prosperity of India. "PM Narendra Modi said that transformation should be done through transportation. As per his direction, we want to develop Northeast as the business hub of South Asia. For that, waterways will play a crucial role," Sonowal said. The Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport project was jointly identified by the two countries to create a multi-modal mode of transport for the shipment of cargo from the eastern ports of India to Myanmar, as well as to the Northeast, through the southeast Asian country.
