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Source- This post is based on the article “Centre calls North Eastern States meet after projects under Development Initiative for North East Region are stuck” published in “The Hindu” on 22nd December 2023.
Why in the News?
Recently the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) convened a meeting with the Chief Ministers of the States in the region regarding the hurdles in implementation of the projects under the PM-Devine scheme.
What is PM-DevINE scheme?
1) The Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North-East (PM-DevINE) Scheme is a central sector scheme (100 per cent funded by the Union Government) introduced in the 2022-23 Union Budget with an initial allocation of ₹1,500 crore.
2) Aim- The scheme is designed for the rapid and comprehensive development of the northeast region by funding infrastructure and social development projects, based on felt needs of the States.
3) It also aims to fill sectoral gaps without replacing current Central and State Schemes.
| For more information on DevINE Scheme Click Here to read |
What are the hurdles faced by North Eastern States in implementation of the projects under the scheme?
1) Delay in approvals- The total approved outlay for PM-DevINE scheme for the period 2022-23 to 2025-26 is ₹6,600 crore. But only nine projects worth ₹855.85 crore had been approved so far. Several project still pending for the approval from the centre.
2) Law and order situation– Prevailing law and order situation in north eastern states like Manipur has created hurdles in taking up new projects under the scheme.
What are the other initiatives taken by DoNER for development in the region?
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