NITI Aayog Can Transform Arunachal's Growth: Governor Parnaik

NITI Aayog can play a transformative role in Arunachal's development: Governor

Itanagar, Sep 18

NITI Aayog Member Dr Joram Aniya on Friday called on the Governor at Lok Bhavan, Itanagar, and discussed various affairs. A Lok Bhavan official said that during the meeting, they held wide-ranging discussions on strategic planning and policy support, infrastructure and connectivity development, and pathways for sustainable and inclusive growth in the state.

The Governor emphasised that Arunachal Pradesh, endowed with immense natural resources, rich tribal heritage, and strategic importance as a frontier state, requires development solutions that are both innovative and region-specific.

Lt. General Parnaik (Retd) told Dr Aniya that the NITI Aayog can play a game-changing role by providing a long-standing vision, data-driven strategy guidance, and evidence-based planning tailored to the state's unique geography, ecological wealth, and socio-cultural diversity. Such support would strengthen Arunachal Pradesh's journey towards the goals of Viksit Arunachal and Viksit Bharat@2047, he said.

The Governor shared with the NITI Aayog member all initiatives which are being taken by the State and Lok Bhavan in the realm of education, health, tourism and technology for projecting Arunachal Pradesh on the national stage. He solicited support of NITI Aayog for the same.

Highlighting the importance of connectivity as a driver of progress, the Governor urged NITI Aayog to facilitate greater inter-ministerial coordination and support resource mobilisation for key infrastructure projects. He pointed out that investments in roads, digital networks, power, healthcare, education, and border-area development would not only improve the quality of life of the people but also enhance tourism, trade, economic opportunities, and national security.

The Governor also drew attention to sectors where Arunachal Pradesh enjoys significant natural advantages, including hydropower, horticulture, organic farming, tourism, bamboo, medicinal plants, and the green economy.

He stressed initiatives that promote innovation, entrepreneurship, skill development, women-led growth, and youth empowerment, ensuring that the benefits of development reach every village while preserving the state's pristine environment, cultural traditions, and indigenous heritage.

— IANS