Ministry holds meet with CMs of northeast States over lag in DevINE scheme

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Last Updated25/12/2023

The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) recently convened a meeting with Chief Ministers of Northeastern States.
Objective: To discuss the implementation of projects under the Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North East Region (PM-DevINE).
The meeting was prompted by a review from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) that highlighted the slow progress of the scheme despite sufficient funds.

Announced in the 2022-23 Union Budget, the scheme aims at the rapid and holistic development of the northeast region.
It focuses on funding infrastructure and social development projects based on the felt needs of the states, without substituting existing Central and State Schemes.
It has been granted 100% Central funding, ensuring that resources are directly allocated to the development initiatives.
It will be implemented by the Ministry of Development of North-East Region.

To fund infrastructure projects in a cohesive manner in line with the spirit of PM GatiShakti, ensuring seamless connectivity and accessibility across the NER.
To support social development projects that address critical issues and improve the overall quality of life for the region's inhabitants.
To create livelihood opportunities specifically targeting the youth and women of the NER, enabling them to participate actively in the region's development and progress.