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Rs 4703 Crore for 82 NE Projects: Govt Boosts Roads, Health & Education

The government has sanctioned 82 infrastructure projects worth Rs 4703.81 crores for North Eastern states under the North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme (NESIDS). These projects, approved over the last two financial years and the current one, focus on two key components: roads/bridges and other critical infrastructure like health and education. The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region has implemented strict monitoring, including third-party inspections, to ensure timely completion. Regular review meetings with state governments are held to expedite the execution of these vital development works.

Key Points: Govt Approves Rs 4703 Crore for 82 NE Infrastructure Projects

  • 82 projects approved
  • Rs 4703.81 crore total outlay
  • Focus on roads and social infrastructure
  • Enhanced monitoring mechanisms
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Govt approves Rs 4703.81 crore for 82 infrastructure projects in North East under NESIDS

Central govt sanctions Rs 4703.81 crore for 82 infrastructure projects in North East under NESIDS scheme for roads, health, education & water.

"a total of 82 projects costing Rs 4703.81 crores have been sanctioned - Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region"

New Delhi, February 13

The North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme under the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region was approved as a new Central Sector Scheme in 2017-18 and restructured into two components, viz. NESIDS and NESIDS in 2022-23.

According to the Ministry, a total of 82 projects costing Rs 4703.81 crores have been sanctioned under NESIDS during the last two financial years, i.e., FY 2023-24, FY 2024-25, and the current FY 2025-26, as of January 31, 2026. The State-wise details of the projects sanctioned under NESIDS are annexed.

The Ministry of Development of the North Eastern Region has taken several steps to ensure the timely completion of projects sanctioned by the Ministry in the North Eastern Region (NER) under various schemes, including NESIDS. The projects are periodically monitored and inspected by officials from MDoNER, the North Eastern Council, and the Field Technical Support Units (FTSUs).

Regular review meetings are conducted with the State Governments of NER to expedite the execution of sanctioned projects under the Schemes of MDoNER. The Project Quality Monitors/Third Party Technical Inspection Agencies (PQM/TPTI) have been introduced to strengthen the monitoring mechanism of the MDoNER.

Under NESIDS(Roads), the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC) of the concerned State Government of NE States, recommends projects leading to the creation of physical assets in roads/bridges and auxiliary infrastructure, as per their needs, priorities and gaps.

Similarly, under NESIDS (OTRI), the SLEC of the concerned State Government of NE States recommends projects leading to the creation of infrastructure for Primary and Secondary Health Care, Primary and Secondary Education, Water Supply, Industrial Development, Sports, Telecom, etc., as per their needs, priorities and gaps.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see focus on health and education infrastructure too. A strong foundation in these sectors is crucial for long-term development. Hope the local communities are involved in the planning process.
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Vikram M
The amount sounds huge, but will it reach the ground? Past experiences with central schemes in remote areas haven't always been great. The monitoring mechanisms mentioned are key. Hope the PQM/TPTI agencies are truly independent.
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Sarah B
As someone who has traveled in Assam and Meghalaya, the improvement in infrastructure is visible but slow. Telecom and water supply projects are desperately needed in many villages. Hope this scheme accelerates things.
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Rohit P
Finally! Better roads mean easier movement of goods, which will help local farmers and small industries. This can be a game-changer for the economy of the entire region. Jai Hind!
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Nikhil C
The article mentions regular review meetings, but transparency is important. Will there be a public portal to track the progress and expenditure of each of these 82 projects? That would build more trust.

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