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Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Union min Tamta inspects key infra projects in Mizoram
Aizawl: Union minister of state for road transport and highways Ajay Tamta conducted a detailed assessment of infrastructure projects and public amenities in Mizoram during his recent state visit. The minister inspected the ongoing construction of a 100-metre arch bridge over the Tlawng River along the Aizawl-Lengpui airport route and NH-108 connecting Aizawl with Mamit district. He reviewed the progress with contractors and PWD officials, setting a completion deadline of Sept 2025. During his visit to the upcoming Sairang railway station site, he stressed the importance of rapid implementation to enhance regional transport links. At the planned Aizawl bypass location, Virender Jakhar, ED (Projects), RO Aizawl, provided a thorough presentation on the project's layout and essential features, designed to reduce traffic and improve urban movement. The western bypass construction is funded through PM-DevINE. According to MoRTH's press release, transport links have seen substantial improvement, with over 1,000 km of national highways developed, including 620 km completed by NHIDCL. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo In four years, NHIDCL has completed works worth over Rs 13,000 crore across these 620 km. Additionally, Rs 6,400 crore has been allocated for upcoming NHIDCL projects. The Aizawl-Tuipang Highway and Seling-Champhai Corridor have enhanced connections to Myanmar, Bangladesh, and neighbouring states including Assam, Tripura, and Manipur, facilitating commerce and transportation. Two significant bypasses are under construction in Aizawl — a 34.5-km eastern bypass under Bharatmala Pariyojana with a 2.4 km tunnel by NHIDCL costing Rs 2,300 crore, and a 45-km western bypass under PM-DevINE scheme worth Rs 500 crore by state PWD. Both projects target completion by 2028. Railway development gained momentum after 2014. Mizoram connected to the Broad Gauge network at Bhairabi in 2016. Aizawl will join the national railway network with the completion of the Bairabi-Sairang line, expected to operate by July. Sairang station's modernisation under the Amrit Bharat Scheme represents a significant milestone for regional connectivity. The housing sector has seen 48,000 homes constructed under PMAY. Aibawk town became India's first completed urban cluster, while Aizawl receives Rs 513 crore for development under Smart Cities Mission. JJM has provided tap water to over 1.24 lakh households. Healthcare access has expanded with 5.17 lakh Ayushman Bharat beneficiaries and 15 Jan Aushadhi Kendras. A State Medical College and Horticulture College are being established with Central support. A new 100-bed hospital at RIPANS will enhance tertiary healthcare. RIPANS, near Aizawl, serves northeast students in nursing, pharmacy, and paramedical programmes. Financial inclusion shows progress with 4 lakh Jan Dhan accounts, 53% held by women. PM Mudra Yojana has distributed Rs. 2,635 crore to 1.58 lakh beneficiaries, primarily SC/ST and women. PM SVANidhi supports 2,500 street vendors, with 8.8 lakh people covered under social security schemes. Economic growth continues through the Rs. 10,037 crore UNNATI 2024 scheme and increased tax allocation of Rs. 7,112 crore for 2025-26. Tourism receives Rs. 200 crore under Swadesh Darshan and PRASAD. Youth engagement occurs through Paryatan Mitra and Apna Radio 90.0 FM. Mizoram's development demonstrates the government's dedication to balanced regional growth. With central support, the state advances towards enhanced connectivity and prosperity.
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
IICA to establish first regional campus in northeast, advancing corporate governance and development
New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): The Shillong campus, an investment under the Prime Minister's Development Initiative for Northeast (PM-DevINE), will operate as a regional hub for specialised training, research, and policy advisory across key domains, according to an official statement from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. In a landmark step toward inclusive national growth and regional capacity building, the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, formally acquired a five-acre land parcel in New Shillong Township, Meghalaya, for its first-ever regional campus. This initiative marks a significant expansion of IICA's footprint into the North East, reinforcing its commitment to corporate governance excellence and sustainable development. In an official statement, the land-transfer ceremony was presided by Donald Phillips Wahlang, Chief Secretary, Government of Meghalaya and Ms. Deepti Gaur Mukerjee, Secretary, Ministry of Corporate Affairs. Gyaneshwar Kumar Singh, Director General and CEO of IICA, Inderdeep Singh Dhariwal, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, C.V.D. Diengdoh, Commissioner & Secretary, Planning Department, (Col.) Amandeep Singh Puri IICA among other senior officials were also present. The land handover and takeover were undertaken by K. Hynniewta, Joint Secretary, Planning Department from the Government of Meghalaya and Sh. Shekhar Srivastava, Deputy Secretary from the Government of India. Applauding the vision, the Chief Secretary expressed Meghalaya's commitment to knowledge-led growth and highlighted the strategic location of the IICA campus within the Knowledge City cluster. The area already houses esteemed institutions like IIM Shillong, National Law University Meghalaya, and NIFT--promising rich academic and professional synergy. He also informed that a new airport is soon to be developed in Shillong, which will significantly enhance regional connectivity and make the campus easily accessible to professionals, faculty, and students from across India. This infrastructural development will further reinforce Shillong's emerging status as a major academic and policy hub in the Northeast. Gyaneshwar Kumar Singh, DG and CEO, IICA, hailed the moment as historic, describing the Shillong campus as 'our first baby outside Delhi--a symbol of decentralisation and empowerment.' He emphasized the role of the new campus in supporting entrepreneurship, capacity building, and good governance in alignment with national priorities such as Ease of Doing Business, Atmanirbhar Bharat, and Vikshit Bharat @ 2047. Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision during the Rising North East initiatives, the DG noted that the Prime Minister has consistently championed the North East as the 'Ashtalakshmi of India'--a region rich in diversity, talent, and potential. Aligning with this vision, he said in an official statement, 'IICA is proud to be part of the transformation of the region from a remote periphery to a dynamic growth engine of New India.' He further emphasised, 'This initiative resonates deeply with our Prime Minister's mantra of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas'. Our campus in Shillong is not just an expansion--it is a commitment to 'Transformation by Transportation,' as the PM rightly envisioned, where infrastructure and knowledge institutions together pave the way for peace, prosperity, and purpose.' Backed by a Rs 100.95-crore investment under the Prime Minister's Development Initiative for North-East (PM-DevINE), the Shillong campus will operate as a regional hub for specialized training, research, and policy advisory across key domains--Corporate Governance, ESG, CSR, Insolvency and Bankruptcy, Competition Law, and Board Leadership. In her address, Secretary, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Ms Deepti Gaur Mukerjee, Congratulated and appreciated the proactive and generous support from the Meghalaya Government, stating that this partnership reflects the spirit of cooperative federalism and the Centre's vision of empowering the North-East as a growth engine for New India. According to an official statement, academic and advisory programmes are scheduled to begin within the current financial year, with construction work starting immediately. IICA has already served the NER through its prior training programmes that have benefitted over 300 professionals and continues to manage the Independent Director Databank, which includes representation from all Northeastern states. Going forward, IICA will foster collaborative programmes with state universities and institutions in the Knowledge City to deliver tailored training, policy support, and capacity-building initiatives that cater to the region's socio-economic aspirations. This expansion underscores IICA's resolve to serve as a long-term partner in shaping ethical entrepreneurs, skilled professionals, and responsible leaders, right from the heart of the Northeast. (ANI)
India Gazette
17-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia reviews ministry's work in Assam
Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 17 (ANI): Union Minister of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Jyotiraditya Scindia and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held a meeting in Guwahati to review the schemes and programmes the Ministry is implementing in the region. The meeting was convened on Friday to assess the developmental activities undertaken by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) in Assam. According to an official statement, strategies to streamline supply chains in the Northeast through increased investments in infrastructure, energy, and overall development were discussed in detail. Notably, the DoNER Ministry is continuing its efforts under five core areas to implement Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for the transformation of the 'Ashtalakshmi states.' Accordingly, the meeting explored the potential of boosting muga silk production, palm oil and agarwood cultivation, promoting diverse tourism opportunities, and especially developing border villages. The DoNER Ministry presented an overview of Assam's recent progress across various sectors such as health, education, roads, agriculture and food processing, tourism, handloom, handicrafts and textiles, and the energy sector. The meeting also covered the progress of schemes like PM-DevINE and initiatives of the North Eastern Council (NEC) being implemented in the state. The ministry noted that Assam has secured a leading position in the SDG India Index 2023-24. Short-term, mid-term, and long-term planning strategies were also discussed to accelerate the state's current momentum further. Following the presentation, CM Sarma stated that Assam is now capable of competing with the developed states of India. The Chief Minister mentioned the consistent growth of the state's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), saying Assam currently has a GDP growth rate of 14 per cent and if this pace continues, the state's GDP is expected to reach Rs 10 lakh crore in the coming years. In a post on X, CM Sarma highlighted that a roadmap was discussed to streamline supply chains in the North East through more investments in infrastructure, power and last-mile linkages. 'The Ministry is working on a five-point Framework to realise Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of transforming our Ashtalakshmi States. Accordingly, today we agreed to collaborate closely on unleashing Assam's potential in Muga Silk production, Palm Oil and Agarwood Cultivation, Diverse tourism opportunities and Transforming border villages into Vibrant Villages,' he said. The Chief Minister further remarked that ongoing developmental projects in the state have significantly increased energy demand. He noted that by the year 2032, the state would require an additional 4,000 MW of power. 'The state government has already taken necessary steps to address this future demand,' CM Sarma added. CM Himanta emphasised that every rupee allocated by the DoNER Ministry for various projects is being spent in a manner that directly benefits the public and expressed his gratitude to Union Minister Scindia for continued support from the DoNER Ministry. On the other hand, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia commented that Assam is emerging as one of the leading states in the country. He assured that the DoNER Ministry will continue to provide all necessary assistance to accelerate the state's growth further. DoNER Secretary Chanchal Kumar, Joint Secretary of the Ministry Shree Shantanu, Assam Chief Secretary Ravi Kota, and several other senior government officers were present at the meeting. (ANI)
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
DoNER Minister reviews ministry's work in presence of Assam Chief Minister
Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took part in a meeting held at State Guest House No. 1 in Koinadhora, where Union Minister for Communications and DoNER, Jyotiraditya Scindia reviewed the schemes and programmes being implemented by the DoNER. The meeting was convened to assess the developmental activities undertaken by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) in Assam. Discussions were held in detail on strategies to streamline supply chains in the Northeast through increased investments in infrastructure, energy, and overall development. Continue to video 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Bank Owned Properties For Sale In Jebres (Prices May Surprise You) Foreclosed Homes | Search ads Search Now Undo It may be mentioned that the DoNER Ministry is continuing its efforts under five core areas to implement Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision for the transformation of the Ashtalakshmi states. Accordingly, the meeting explored the potential of boosting muga silk production , palm oil and agarwood cultivation, promoting diverse tourism opportunities, and specially developing border villages. During the meeting, the DoNER Ministry presented an overview of Assam's recent progress across various sectors such as health, education, roads, agriculture and food processing, tourism, handloom, handicrafts and textiles, and the energy sector. The meeting also covered the progress of schemes like PM-DevINE and initiatives of the North Eastern Council (NEC) being implemented in the state. The ministry noted that Assam has secured a leading position in the SDG India Index 2023-24. Short-term, mid-term, and long-term planning strategies were also discussed to further accelerate the states current momentum. Live Events Following the presentation, Sarma stated that Assam is now capable of competing with the developed states of India. Mentioning the consistent growth of the state's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), the Chief Minister said Assam currently has a GDP growth rate of 14 per cent. If this pace continues, the states GDP is expected to reach Rs 10 lakh crore in the coming years. The Chief Minister remarked that ongoing developmental projects in the state have significantly increased demand in the energy sector. He noted that by the year 2032, the state would require an additional 4,000 MW of power. The state government has already taken necessary steps to address this future demand. He added that Assam has emerged as one of the top-performing states in reducing transmission and distribution losses in the power sector. Likewise, Assam has achieved notable success in reducing maternal and infant mortality rates. Sarma emphasized that every rupee allocated by the DoNER Ministry for various projects is being spent in a manner that directly benefits the public. He expressed his gratitude to Union Minister Scindia for the continued support extended by the ministry. On the other hand, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia commented that Assam is emerging as one of the leading states in the country. He assured that the DoNER Ministry will continue to provide all necessary assistance to further accelerate the states growth.
