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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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