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Nagaland Among India's Safest States, Says CM Rio; Launches Drone School

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio stated the state is among India's safest, citing an NCRB report showing a low cognizable crime rate. He highlighted police efforts against cybercrime and narcotics, with significant drug seizures and arrests over the past year. The government is also focusing on agriculture, with substantial funds disbursed to farmers under central schemes, and healthcare, with over one lakh people benefiting from insurance programs. In a push for innovation, Rio inaugurated the state's first Drone School and Centre of Excellence to build youth capacity in advanced technology.

Key Points: Nagaland Safest State, Launches Drone School, Says CM Rio

  • Low crime rate per NCRB
  • Vigorous anti-narcotics campaign
  • Healthcare access expanded via insurance
  • Over 2.38 lakh farmers benefit from PM-KISAN
  • First Drone School inaugurated
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Nagaland among safest states in India, claims CM Rio

Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio cites NCRB data showing state's low crime rate, highlights anti-drug efforts, healthcare expansion, and inaugurates first Drone School.

"Nagaland has remained one of the 'most peaceful' states in the country - Neiphiu Rio"

Kohima, Jan 26

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Monday said that the state has remained one of the "most peaceful" states in the country over the past several years, with a stable law and order situation and no major security concerns.

Addressing the Republic Day function at the Nagaland Civil Secretariat Plaza, the Chief Minister said that the latest Crime in India 2023 report of the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) places Nagaland among the safest states in the country, with a cognisable crime rate of 84.9 per lakh population, the second lowest in India.

Rio said that the state police have been taking sustained steps to maintain the prevailing peaceful situation and enhance enforcement capabilities.

To tackle new-age crimes, Nagaland Police has strengthened its cybercrime architecture, actively utilised national cyber platforms, and intensified action against financial and online offences.

He said that the police have also been carrying out a vigorous campaign against narcotics, targeting drug trafficking networks across the state.

Over the past year, Nagaland Police seized 230 kg of various drugs and around one lakh units of synthetic drugs. A total of 135 cases were registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, leading to the arrest of 218 persons, reflecting strong action against drug trafficking and efforts to protect communities from drug-related harm, Rio said.

The Chief Minister stated that the state government remains committed to making concerted efforts across all sectors to achieve the goal of Viksit Bharat @ 2047, in line with national aspirations.

Highlighting the state's focus on agriculture and allied sectors, Rio said that the Agriculture Department has engaged AG Horizon Pvt. Ltd. as Programme Management Unit and consultancy to ensure effective implementation of initiatives and formulation of projects.

Under the PM-KISAN scheme, more than 2.38 lakh farmers have benefited, with over Rs 763 crore directly credited into their bank accounts. He added that the state has also been implementing the National Mission on Natural Farming since 2024-25 to promote nature-based and sustainable farming through enhanced use of on-farm bio-inputs.

On healthcare, the Chief Minister said that access has expanded and strengthened through the implementation of Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY and the Chief Minister Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS).

So far, over 5.78 lakh PM-JAY and CMHIS (General) cards and 1.92 lakh CMHIS (EP) cards have been issued, benefiting more than one lakh people, with claim payouts exceeding Rs 450 crore since inception, he said.

Rio also inaugurated Nagaland's first Drone School and Drone Centre of Excellence at the Nagaland GIS and Remote Sensing Centre in Kohima. The state-of-the-art facility, a pioneering initiative of the State GIS and Remote Sensing Centre (NGISRSC) under the Planning and Transformation Department, aims to equip youth with advanced drone technology skills and promote innovation-driven employment.

Describing the initiative as a major step towards harnessing modern technology for governance, development and public service delivery, the Chief Minister said that while drones were earlier associated mainly with warfare, they are now increasingly being used for developmental and civilian purposes.

The Drone School will serve as a hub for innovation and capacity building, enabling the transfer of technology and expertise to districts and interior areas so that the benefits reach the last mile, he added.

Rio said that the initiative would strengthen Nagaland's preparedness for future challenges and help position the state as a leader in the effective use of drone technology.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
The drone school initiative is forward-thinking! It's great to see a North-Eastern state embracing cutting-edge tech and creating opportunities for youth. This is what Viksit Bharat should look like - innovation reaching every corner.
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Rohit P
While the low crime rate is commendable, I hope the police are also focusing on crimes that often go underreported, especially against women and in rural areas. Statistics can sometimes hide the full picture. The anti-drug actions are a good step though.
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Sarah B
As someone who visited Nagaland last year, I can personally vouch for the sense of peace and the warmth of the people. It's a beautiful state. Glad to see the government is working on both security and development. The drone centre sounds fascinating!
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Karthik V
Direct benefit transfer of over 763 crores to farmers is a massive achievement. This is how schemes should work - money reaching the actual beneficiaries without leakage. Hope other states learn from this. Jai Kisan!
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Michael C
Strengthening cybercrime architecture is crucial everywhere. Good to see Nagaland is proactive. The drug seizure numbers are also impressive - 230 kg is not a small amount. Shows serious intent.

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