Modi Unveils Mega Development Projects in Northeast, Criticizes Congress

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Monday, accused the Congress party of consistently neglecting developmental efforts in the Northeast, citing their tendency to abandon challenging projects. His remarks came after inaugurating projects worth over Rs 5,100 crore in Arunachal Pradesh, including pivotal hydropower expansions.

Addressing a crowd, Modi praised the GST reforms, noting citizens' festive season benefits due to reduced rates. He emphasized the Congress's failure to adequately attend to Arunachal Pradesh's developmental needs because of its minimal Lok Sabha representation, asserting that his frequent visits and ministerial engagements in the region marked a shift in government priorities.

Modi further declared that the new hydropower endeavors would transform Arunachal Pradesh into a significant power producer, boosting job creation and accessible electricity. He underscored the state's progression under a "double-engine" government, committed to national advancement over political gain.

(With inputs from agencies.)