Modi's Transformative Push for Arunachal Pradesh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress party of neglecting Northeast India's development while highlighting projects worth Rs 5,100 crore in Arunachal Pradesh, including major hydropower initiatives. He emphasized the 'double-engine' government benefits and GST reforms, projecting Arunachal as a shift towards prioritizing neglected regions.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has strongly criticized the Congress party for its historical negligence in the development of Northeast India, emphasizing their tendency to abandon challenging projects. At a rally in Itanagar, Modi launched development initiatives valued over Rs 5,100 crore, stressing the area's emerging significance.
Among the unveiled projects are major hydropower plants and infrastructure improvements, which Modi presented as part of a broader strategy for nationwide economic growth. He accused previous Congress governments of neglecting northeast states due to their limited political representation, pushing a 'nation first' agenda.
Highlighting GST reforms and infrastructure projects like the Sela Tunnel and Hollongi Airport, Modi pledged to bridge connectivity and economic gaps, positioning Arunachal Pradesh as a developmental priority under his administration. The projects promise enhanced transport, energy production, and job creation.