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Mizoram Governor V K Singh emphasized the urgent need for digitisation and infrastructure in the Northeast for national growth. He highlighted broadband, highways, and rail connectivity as essential for regional integration. Singh stressed long-term planning and steady policies to unlock the Northeast's potential as India's gateway to Southeast Asia. The Kaladan project and improved logistics were cited as key steps toward this vision.

Key Points: Mizoram Governor V K Singh Urges Digitisation and Highways for Northeast Integration

  • Northeast needs broadband and highways for economic growth
  • Rail and road connectivity crucial for regional integration
  • Kaladan project expansion to boost trade with Southeast Asia
  • Consistent policies vital for long-term Northeast development
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Need digitisation, highways, and infrastructure in Northeast for full integration: Mizoram Governor V K Singh

Mizoram Governor V K Singh highlights digitisation, highways, and infrastructure as key to Northeast's integration and growth as India's gateway to Southeast Asia.

"Once these essentials are ensured, you will find the Northeast fully integrated, because it is not only our gateway to Southeast Asia but also an area rich in natural and human resources. – V K Singh"

New Delhi, August 19

Mizoram Governor Gen (Retd) V K Singh on Monday underlined the need for rapid digitisation, broadband connectivity, highways and improved physical infrastructure in the Northeast, saying that the region's full integration is vital not only for India's growth but also as a gateway to Southeast Asia.

In a pre-recorded message delivered at a conference on the contribution and potential of the Northeast in Viksit Bharat, Singh said, "We need digitisation in the Northeast. We need broadband and highways. We need physical infrastructure in terms of better roads, which cut down travel time."

He added, "Once these essentials are ensured, you will find the Northeast fully integrated, because it is not only our gateway to Southeast Asia but also an area rich in natural and human resources."

The Governor stressed that while several projects had already been set in motion, consistent policies and long-term planning were key to addressing challenges in the region.

He pointed to the importance of rail connectivity, noting the progress made with services extending closer to airports and the upcoming expansion under the Kaladan project.

Singh called for an "Arjun-like focus" on essentials, asserting that ethnic and group-related issues needed pragmatic handling to build lasting integration.

"The Northeast is rich in resources and has the potential to make a significant difference to the progress of the entire region as well as the country," he said.

He concluded by stressing that whichever government or leadership is in place, the roadmap for the Northeast must remain steady to achieve the vision of a fully integrated and developed region.

- ANI

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Priya S
As someone from Assam, I can confirm the terrible road conditions. It takes 12 hours to reach Guwahati from my village which is just 300km away! Digital connectivity is equally bad. Good to see this being addressed at highest levels.
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Aman W
While the intentions are good, I hope they consult local communities before pushing mega projects. Many infrastructure plans in the past have damaged the fragile ecology of Northeast. Development yes, but sustainable development please!
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Sarah B
The Northeast could be India's tourism goldmine with proper infrastructure. Imagine high-speed internet in those beautiful hills! Digital nomads would flock there. Great economic opportunity 💡
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Karthik V
The "gateway to Southeast Asia" point is crucial. With China expanding its influence, we must develop our Northeast urgently. This is about national security as much as economic development.
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Nisha Z
My brother is posted in Arunachal as an engineer. He says most projects get delayed due to land issues and local protests. Government needs to build trust first, then infrastructure. Otherwise it's just empty promises.

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