Strategic roadmap for investment in NE underway: Tripura CM Saha

IANS May 16, 2025 368 views

Tripura's Chief Minister Manik Saha and Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia have taken significant steps toward boosting investment in the northeastern region by collaborating to create a strategic roadmap. As the Convener of the High-Level Task Force on Investment Promotion, Saha chaired a virtual meeting alongside Scindia to discuss strategies and engage stakeholders. The initiative aims to prepare the region for future investments by consulting with industry associations and experts. Both leaders are committed to developing a vibrant Northeast, equipped for a wave of new investments.

"Together, we are driving a unified vision for a vibrant, investment-ready Northeast." - Jyotiraditya Scindia
Strategic roadmap for investment in NE underway: Tripura CM Saha
Agartala, May 15: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday said that a decision has been taken to hold consultations with industry bodies and prepare a strategic roadmap for the promotion of investments in the northeast region.

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Saha and Scindia collaborate on NE investment promotion

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Virtual meeting includes senior officials from NEC

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High-Level Task Force to guide strategic investment planning

The Chief Minister held a virtual meeting with Union Minister of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Jyotiraditya Scindia on ‘Investment Promotion’ in the region.

Speaking about the meeting, Saha wrote on X that, as the Convener of the High-Level Task Force (HLTF) on Investment Promotion in the northeastern region, constituted by the North Eastern Council (NEC), he chaired its second meeting with virtual presence of the DoNER Minister and senior officials.

“It was decided to hold stakeholder consultations with industry associations, potential investors, and officials from states in the northeast region to prepare a strategic roadmap for the promotion of investments. Reputed academic institutions and expert agencies would be engaged to prepare the investment policy for the northeastern region,” the Chief Minister wrote.

Earlier on March 15, to boost investment promotion in the northeast region, the DoNER Ministry formed a high-level Task Force, making the Tripura Chief Minister as the Convener.

After the Thursday’s meeting, Scindia said in a post on the X: “Participated in a high-level task force on ‘Investment Promotion’ meeting chaired by Manik Saha, in the presence of Tshering T. Bhutia, Minister for Tourism & Civil Aviation, Sikkim, and senior officials from the Meghalaya government along with my DoNER ministry team. Together, we are driving a unified vision for a vibrant, investment-ready Northeast.”

For the development of various vital sectors in eight northeastern states, several HLTFs were constituted following the 72nd plenary session of the North Eastern Council (NEC) held in November last year in Agartala, Tripura.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who is the chairman of the NEC, chaired the NEC plenary session.

Reader Comments

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Rajesh K.
Finally some concrete steps for NE development! The region has been neglected for too long despite its strategic importance. Hope this brings jobs and infrastructure. 🙏 Just hope the policies actually reach the ground level and don't remain on paper.
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Priya M.
Good initiative but I'm skeptical. We've heard such announcements before. The northeast needs sustainable development that respects local cultures, not just big corporations coming in. Hope they consult with tribal communities properly.
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Arjun S.
Northeast has huge potential in tourism, organic farming and hydropower. Smart investments here can counter China's influence in the region. Glad to see Scindia ji involved - he understands business well.
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Sunita R.
As someone from Assam, I welcome this move but with caution. Previous 'development' projects often damaged our ecology. Hope this time they prioritize environmental impact assessments and involve local youth in decision making.
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Vikram J.
The northeast is India's gateway to ASEAN countries. Better infrastructure and industries will boost trade through Myanmar and Bangladesh. This is not just regional development but national strategy. Smart move by the government!
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Neha T.
Hope they focus on digital connectivity too! Many NE states still have poor internet. Remote work opportunities could be game-changing for educated youth who currently migrate to Bengaluru or Delhi for jobs.

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