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Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Official emphasises timely completion of road projects under VVP
Itanagar: Dibang Valley deputy commissioner Bekir Nyorak has emphasised the importance of quality and timely completion of road projects under the Centre's Vibrant Village Programme (VVP). Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The DC, who embarked on a two-day tour of the border villages in Dambuen and Mipi circles in the district from July 26 to 27, assessed the progress of various ongoing road projects, conducting physical site inspections to ensure that the implementation aligns with the approved scopes, specification and established norms, a District Information and Public Relations Officer (DIPRO) report said. The VVP project aims to connect unconnected border villages including Achali, New Achuli, Atoto, Achengo, and Echito in the Dambuen circle, as well as Ahungo, Ediya, and Kamuyi in the Mipi circle. Nyorak directed concerned engineers and contractors to accelerate the pace of work. The DC also visited the construction site of the Mipi to Andrela ICBR road in the Mipi circle, a project being overseen by 62 RCC of Border Roads Organisation (BRO). 62 RCC BRO officer commanding Tanay Agarwal briefed about the project's progress and on its current status and key challenges.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
PM & FM: Meghalaya blueprint for resilient, self-reliant India
Shillong: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday praised Meghalaya's transformative journey, calling it a "blueprint for a resilient and self-reliant India." His remarks came in response to a post by Union minister of finance and corporate affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman , on X, highlighting the state's progress. The PM noted the key drivers of Meghalaya's transformation — from community-led tourism and youth empowerment to women-led self help groups (SHGs). The PM wrote on X, "Union Finance Minister Smt. @nsitharaman highlights Meghalaya's remarkable transformation driven by tourism, youth empowerment, women-led SHGs, initiatives like the PM Suryaghar Muft Bijli Yojana, the Vibrant Village Programme and more. With strong government support and vibrant community spirit, the state stands as a blueprint for a resilient and self-reliant India". The appreciation follows an article authored by Nirmala Sitharaman, in a national daily after her four-day visit to Meghalaya from July 10–13. Reflecting on her experience, she wrote, "Throughout this journey, I was moved by the determination, optimism, and harmony with nature that define the people of Meghalaya. With government support and community spirit aligned, Meghalaya today offers a blueprint for a vibrant, confident, and self-reliant India". by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo "The acknowledgement by the country's top leadership comes as a significant encouragement for the state, further reinforcing Meghalaya's model of inclusive and sustainable development, under the leadership of chief minister Conrad K Sangma," an official statement said.
New Indian Express
21-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Centre praises Meghalaya model for self-reliant India
GUWAHATI: The Centre has heaped praise on Meghalaya for its sterling performance in some key areas. Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the state's transformative journey, calling it a 'blueprint for a resilient and self-reliant India.' Responding to an article written by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighting Meghalaya's progress, Modi noted the key drivers of the state's transformation – from community-led tourism and youth empowerment to women-led self-help groups (SHGs). 'Union Finance Minister Smt. @nsitharaman highlights Meghalaya's remarkable transformation driven by tourism, youth empowerment, women-led SHGs, initiatives like the PM Suryaghar Muft Bijli Yojana, the Vibrant Village Programme and more. 'With strong government support and vibrant community spirit, the state stands as a blueprint for a resilient and self-reliant India,' the PM wrote. Sitharaman was in Meghalaya from July 10 to 13 during which she visited various places including the famous living root bridges.
Deccan Herald
21-07-2025
- Business
- Deccan Herald
PM Modi, Sitharaman term Meghalaya 'blueprint for resilient, self-reliant India'
Union Finance Minister Smt. @nsitharaman highlights Meghalaya's remarkable transformation driven by tourism, youth empowerment, women-led SHGs, initiatives like the PM Suryaghar Muft Bijli Yojana, the Vibrant Village Programme and more. With strong government support and vibrant…
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Narendra Modi, Nirmala Sitharaman term Meghalaya 'blueprint for resilient, self-reliant India'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has heaped praises on Meghalaya's development model, describing the state as a "blueprint for a resilient and self-reliant India ". His remarks came in response to a post by Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on X, where she highlighted Meghalaya progress following her four-day visit to the state from July 10 to 13. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category MCA Technology Product Management Data Science Digital Marketing Data Science PGDM CXO Healthcare Design Thinking Project Management MBA others Leadership Cybersecurity Public Policy healthcare Finance Artificial Intelligence Management Data Analytics Operations Management Others Degree Skills you'll gain: Programming Proficiency Data Handling & Analysis Cybersecurity Awareness & Skills Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT Master of Computer Applications Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details "Union Finance Minister Smt. @nsitharaman highlights Meghalaya's remarkable transformation driven by tourism, youth empowerment , women-led SHGs , initiatives like the PM Suryaghar Muft Bijli Yojana , the Vibrant Village Programme and more. With strong government support and vibrant community spirit, the state stands as a blueprint for a resilient and self-reliant India," the Prime Minister's Office posted on X on Sunday. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Outdoor Clothing | Designed to Perform. Built to Endure. Trek Kit India Shop Now Undo In an article published in a national daily, Sitharaman lauded the state's inclusive and sustainable development initiatives, noting the role of community participation , youth engagement, and women's empowerment in driving change. "Throughout this journey, I was moved by the determination, optimism, and harmony with nature that define the people of Meghalaya. With government support and community spirit aligned, Meghalaya today offers a blueprint for a vibrant, confident, and self-reliant India. Till next time, Khublei Shibun and Mithela Meghalaya!" she wrote. Live Events Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma , whose government has targeted to increase the state's economy USD 1 billion by 2028, reposted the tweets.
