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Ministry of Tourism
12-June, 2015 16:55 IST
Centre to take all steps to help Assam state government expedite the proposal of World Heritage site for Majuli Island

Dr Mahesh Sharma The Union Minister of State for Culture (Independent Charge), Tourism (Independent Charge), & Civil Aviation, Dr. Mahesh Sharma has assured that the Centre will take all possible steps to expedite the proposal of World Heritage site status for Majuli island located in the Brahmaputra river in Assam. Dr Mahesh Sharma held a meeting withthe Union Minister for Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation,Sushri Uma Bharti and Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Youth Affairs and Sports , Shri SarbanandaSonowalin this regard in New Delhi today. Dr Mahesh Sharma said that the Ministry of Culture is already working closely with the state of Assam to assist them in finalising the proposal. The state government will be assisted to overcome all roadblocks, he assured.

Sushri Uma Bharti explained the need to conserve the culturally and historically rich island as it is dramatically shrinking in size due to erosion. ASI must carry out a survey of the ancient artefacts at the island to facilitate the proposal for World Heritage site, she added.

Shri Sonowal , who is the MP from the area, explained that the Majuli island is the largest river island in the world and has a population of about two lakh, both tribal as well as non-tribal. He requested Dr Mahesh Sharma to provide tourism infrastructure at Majuli islands like a Guest house, an auditorium and a Museum.

Dr Mahesh Sharma said that the Tourism Ministry is committed to develop Majuli island as a tourist destination , especially with the help of Cruise tourism and the Culture Ministry will extend all help to the proposal for World Heritage site.

Secretary Tourism, DrLalitPanwar and senior officers of the Culture Ministry were present at the meeting.

 

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Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
26-June, 2015 16:59 IST
Shri Nitin Gadkari to inaugurate a conference in Guwahati on key challenges in Highways and Infrastructure Construction in North-East region

The Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways and Shipping, Shri Nitin Gadkari will inaugurate a conference on “Key challenges in Highways & Infrastructure Construction in the North-Eastern Region and Use of Innovative Technologies and Materials” in Guwahati on 30th June, 2015. The two day conference will be attended by the Chief Ministers, PWD Ministers and other key officials from various North-East states.

The main objective of this conference will be to build the capacity of local contractors, engineers and other stakeholders for participation in construction of highways and infrastructure in the region. The involvement of local stakeholders in construction of highways and infrastructure would result in inclusive development of the region by providing new employment opportunities and avenues.

The conference will also discuss various process and procedure reforms that can be brought into the system to remove the obstacles to increase the pace of Infrastructure development and most importantly result in “ease of doing business”.

The Conference will also focus on challenges in bridge and tunnel construction besides deliberating on the use of NANO technologies and their effective use in NE region. The conference will also aim to address various Road Safety and Environmental issues with a special focus on slope stabilization and environmental friendly slope protection techniques.

The conference will be organised by the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways through its undertaking, the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd. (NHIDCL). An exhibition would also be held on the occasion to showcase various innovative and appropriate technologies that can be used to enhance pace of highways and infrastructure construction.

Gadkari to review infra sector challenges in Northeast | Zee News
Last Updated: Friday, June 26, 2015 - 23:47
New Delhi: As part of government plans to augment infrastructure in the North-Eastern states, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari during his visit to Guwahati next week would review challenges the highway and road sector is facing in the region.


The Union Shipping and Roads Transport Minister will inaugurate a two-day conference on June 30 on challenges facing the infrastructure and transport sector in the region.

"Gadkari will inaugurate a conference on 'Key challenges in Highways & Infrastructure Construction in the North-Eastern Region and Use of Innovative Technologies and Materials' in Guwahati on June 30," an official statement said today.

"The two-day conference will be attended by the chief ministers, PWD ministers and other key officials from various North-East states," it said.

The main objective of the event will be to build the capacity of local contractors, engineers and other stakeholders for participation in construction of highways and infrastructure in the region, the statement said.

The involvement of local stakeholders in construction of highways and infrastructure would result in inclusive development of the region by providing new employment opportunities and avenues, it added.

The event will also witness discussions on various process and procedure reforms to remove obstacles to spur infrastructure development and promote 'ease of doing business'.

Besides, it will also focus challenges in construction of bridge and tunnel and address various road safety and environmental issues with special focus on slope stabilisation and environmental friendly slope protection techniques.

The event is being organised by the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways through its undertaking, the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation (NHIDCL).

An exhibition would also be held on the occasion to showcase various innovative and appropriate technologies that can be used to enhance pace of highways and infrastructure construction.

PTI

 

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The Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Shri Nabam Tuki calling on the Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (I/C), Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, in New Delhi on June 27, 2015.

 

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The Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways and Shipping, Shri Nitin Gadkari along with the Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Dr. Mukul Sangma, the Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports (Independent Charge), Shri Sarbananda Sonowal and the Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju inaugurating an exhibition on Construction Materials, at a function - India on the Highway of Progress "Key Challenge in Highways & Infrastructure Construction in the North Eastern Region and Use of Innovative Technologies & Materials”, in Guwahati on June 30, 2015.

The Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways and Shipping, Shri Nitin Gadkari visiting after inaugurating an exhibition on Construction Materials, at a function - India on the Highway of Progress "Key Challenge in Highways & Infrastructure Construction in the North Eastern Region and Use of Innovative Technologies & Materials”, in Guwahati on June 30, 2015.

The Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways and Shipping, Shri Nitin Gadkari visiting after inaugurating an exhibition on Construction Materials, at a function - India on the Highway of Progress "Key Challenge in Highways & Infrastructure Construction in the North Eastern Region and Use of Innovative Technologies & Materials”, in Guwahati on June 30, 2015.

The Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways and Shipping, Shri Nitin Gadkari visiting after inaugurating an exhibition on Construction Materials, at a function - India on the Highway of Progress "Key Challenge in Highways & Infrastructure Construction in the North Eastern Region and Use of Innovative Technologies & Materials”, in Guwahati on June 30, 2015. The Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports (Independent Charge), Shri Sarbananda Sonowal is also seen.

The Minister of State for Labour and Employment (Independent Charge), Shri Bandaru Dattatreya with the Chief Minister of Assam, Shri Tarun Gogoi lighting the lamp to inaugurate the Regional Conference of State Labour Ministers of North Eastern Region, in Guwahati on June 30, 2015.

 

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Ministry of Textiles
03-July, 2015 19:27 IST
Foundation stone laid for Apparel & Garment Making Centre in Mizoram

The foundation stone for Apparel and Garment Making Centre in Mizoram was laid by Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar, Hon'ble Minister of State for Textiles (I/C), Government of India on the 3rd of July 2015 in Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram.

Addressing the gathering, Union Textiles Minister Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar said that the Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given special attention to the Ministry of Textiles with special focus on the North Eastern Region. The Apparel and Garment Making Centres are being opened in every state of the North Eastern region as part of the landmark initiative announced by the Prime Minister on 1st December 2014. The Minister said that the centre will be the beginning of setting up an organized industry in Mizoram. He also said that this is in line with the Prime Minister's vision of “Sabke Saath Sab ka Vikas”.

Before Mizoram, Apparel and Garment Manufacturing Centres have been set up in all other seven states of the North Eastern Region. This initiative comes under the North East Region Textile Promotion Scheme (NERTPS) of the Ministry of Textiles. NERTPS is an umbrella scheme for the development of various segments of textiles, i.e. silk, handlooms, handicrafts and garments. Of the total outlay of Rs 1038.10 crore, Rs 18.9 crore has been given to Mizoram for setting up of this centre where the State government provides 1.5 acre of land free of cost. The centre will be managed by the Ministry of Textiles for 5 years and will be handed over to the state government thereafter.

Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, Dr. S. K. Panda said that the garment making centre will provide employment to the youths of Mizoram. It will also lead a way for developing technical textile and skilled personnel which will in turn contribute to the economy of Mizoram.

Upon his arrival in Mizoram on the 3rd of July 2015, the Hon’ble Minister inaugurated the Weavers’ Service Centre, which will benefit many handloom weavers in the state. Weavers’ Service Centre established under the funds of the Ministry of Textiles, Government of Mizoram aims to provide technical assistance, advice, designs and marketing opportunity to all weavers and concerns in the handloom sector.

The function was attended by Shri H. Rohluna, Hon’ble Minister of Industry, Government of Mizoram, Shri Joseph Lalhlimpuia, Parliamentary Secretary, Government of Mizoram and Shri Zothankhuma, Commissioner & Secretary, Industry Department, Government of Mizoram.

 

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The Minister of State for Textiles (Independent Charge), Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar unveiling the plaque to inaugurate the Weavers service Centre, in Aizawl, Mizoram on July 03, 2015.

The Minister of State for Textiles (Independent Charge), Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar visiting after inaugurating the Weavers service Centre, in Aizawl, Mizoram on July 03, 2015. The Minister for Industries, Mizoram, Shri H. Rolhuna and the Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, Dr. S.K. Panda are also seen.

The Minister of State for Textiles (Independent Charge), Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar unveiling the plaque to lay the foundation stone for Apparel and Garment Manufacturing Center, in Aizawl, Mizoram on July 03, 2015. The Minister for Industries, Mizoram, Shri H. Rolhuna and the Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, Dr. S.K. Panda are also seen.

The Minister of State for Textiles (Independent Charge), Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar releasing leaflets on Apparel and Garment Manufacturing Center, in Aizawl, Mizoram on July 03, 2015. The Minister for Industries, Mizoram, Shri H. Rolhuna and the Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, Dr. S.K. Panda are also seen.

The Minister of State for Textiles (Independent Charge), Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar addressing at the foundation stone laying ceremony for Apparel and Garment Manufacturing Center, in Aizawl, Mizoram on July 03, 2015. The Minister for Industries, Mizoram, Shri H. Rolhuna is also seen.

 

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The Minister of State for Textiles (Independent Charge), Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar calls on the Chief Minister of Mizoram, Shri Lal Thanhawla, in Aizawl, Mizoram on July 03, 2015. The Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, Dr. S.K. Panda is also seen

The Minister of State for Textiles (Independent Charge), Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar calls on the Governor of Mizoram, Lt. Gen. (Retd) Nirbhay Sharma, in Aizawl, Mizoram on July 03, 2015.

 

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A delegation of officers belonging to Central Secretariat Service (CSS) calling on the Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (Independent Charge), Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, in New Delhi on July 04, 2015.

 

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The Union Home Minister, Shri Rajnath Singh chairing the meeting of the Chief Ministers of Eight North Eastern States on Security & Development, in Guwahati on July 11, 2015. The Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (I/C), Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju and the Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports (Independent Charge), Shri Sarbananda Sonowal are also seen.

The Union Home Minister, Shri Rajnath Singh addressing a press conference after chairing the meeting of the Chief Ministers of Eight North Eastern States on Security & Development, in Guwahati on July 11, 2015. The Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (I/C), Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh and the Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju are also seen.

The Union Home Minister, Shri Rajnath Singh chaired the meeting of the Chief Ministers of Eight North Eastern States on Security & Development, in Guwahati on July 11, 2015. The Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (I/C), Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh and the Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju are also seen.

 

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Prime Minister's Office
14-July, 2015 17:29 IST
PM to chair meeting with CMs of the North-Eastern States tomorrow

PM to also chair 2nd meeting of Governing Council of NITI Aayog

The Prime Minister will chair a meeting with Chief Ministers from the North-Eastern states, including Sikkim at 1900 hrs tomorrow. Important development projects related to these states and the entire North-Eastern region, are likely to figure in this meeting.

The Prime Minister will also chair the second meeting of the Governing Council of the NITI Aayog tomorrow morning at 7, Race Course Road.

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Prime Minister's Office
15-July, 2015 20:44 IST
PM chairs meeting with CMs from North-Eastern States


The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today chaired a meeting with the Chief Ministers of the North Eastern states. The meeting was attended among others by the Finance Minister Shri Arun Jaitley, Vice Chairman NITI Aayog Shri Arvind Panagariya, Chief Ministers of Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura and Finance Minister of Mizoram.

Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister emphasized and reiterated the resolve of the Union Government to ensure rapid and sustainable development of the region. The Chief Ministers were briefed on infrastructure initiatives taken up by the Union Government in the NE region through a NITI Aayog presentation.

There has been a significant ramp-up in infrastructure investments by the Government of India in the North East since Sri Narendra Modi took over as Prime Minister. Under SARDPNE (Special Accelerated Road Development Programme for the North-East), Rs 35000 Crore is proposed to be invested to develop the Trans-Arunachal Highway and for connecting all district headquarters by a 2 lane highway (about 6400 Km). New rail network is being created in addition to strengthening the existing network at a cost of Rs 57000 Crore. Similarly investments are being taken up by the Telecom, Power, Civil Aviation and Shipping ministries in order to improve the connectivity – air, road, rail and internet – of the region, internally as well as externally under the Act East policy of the Union Government.

It was agreed that the Empowered Committees (led by the State Chief Secretaries) constituted pursuant to the decision of the NITI Governing Council need to be even more proactive in monitoring the implementation of these infrastructure projects and remove bottlenecks in order that time and cost overruns can be avoided.

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Prime Minister's Office
16-July, 2015 19:07 IST
Nagaland CM calls on PM


The Chief Minister of Nagaland, Mr. T.R. Zeliang, today called on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi. He was accompanied by an 18 member delegation of MLAs, comprising the entire political spectrum of the State.

The delegation assured the Prime Minister of their firm commitment to the Naga Peace Process. They mentioned that the people of Nagaland, including various civil society groups, were committed to peace. The delegation sought an early settlement to the Naga Political Issue.

The Prime Minister assured the delegation of his Government's unflinching commitment to development of the entire North-East region. He referred to his meeting with the Chief Ministers of the North-Eastern States yesterday, under the aegis of the NITI Aayog, and said the various infrastructure projects initiated by his Government had the potential to transform the region. The Prime Minister said his Government is working sincerely towards a solution to the decades-old Naga Political Issue.

The National Security Advisor, Shri Ajit Doval, was present at the meeting.

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The Chief Minister of Nagaland, Shri T.R. Zeliang, accompanied by a delegation of MLAs, calling on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, in New Delhi on July 16, 2015.

The Chief Minister of Nagaland, Shri T.R. Zeliang, accompanied by a delegation of MLAs, calling on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, in New Delhi on July 16, 2015.

The Chief Minister of Nagaland, Shri T.R. Zeliang, accompanied by a delegation of MLAs, calling on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, in New Delhi on July 16, 2015.

Prime Minister's Office
16-July, 2015 19:07 IST
Nagaland CM calls on PM


The Chief Minister of Nagaland, Mr. T.R. Zeliang, today called on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi. He was accompanied by an 18 member delegation of MLAs, comprising the entire political spectrum of the State.

The delegation assured the Prime Minister of their firm commitment to the Naga Peace Process. They mentioned that the people of Nagaland, including various civil society groups, were committed to peace. The delegation sought an early settlement to the Naga Political Issue.

The Prime Minister assured the delegation of his Government's unflinching commitment to development of the entire North-East region. He referred to his meeting with the Chief Ministers of the North-Eastern States yesterday, under the aegis of the NITI Aayog, and said the various infrastructure projects initiated by his Government had the potential to transform the region. The Prime Minister said his Government is working sincerely towards a solution to the decades-old Naga Political Issue.

The National Security Advisor, Shri Ajit Doval, was present at the meeting.

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The Chief Minister of Nagaland, Shri T.R. Zeliang, accompanied by a delegation of MLAs, calling on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, in New Delhi on July 16, 2015.

The Chief Minister of Nagaland, Shri T.R. Zeliang, accompanied by a delegation of MLAs, calling on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, in New Delhi on July 16, 2015.

The Chief Minister of Nagaland, Shri T.R. Zeliang, accompanied by a delegation of MLAs, calling on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, in New Delhi on July 16, 2015.

 

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The Governor of Bangladesh Bank, Dr. Atiur Rahman meeting the Union Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Shri Kalraj Mishra, in New Delhi on August 25, 2015.

The Governor of Bangladesh Bank, Dr. Atiur Rahman meeting the Union Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Shri Kalraj Mishra, in New Delhi on August 25, 2015.

 

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Ministry of Home Affairs
09-September, 2015 18:38 IST
Bangladesh Chief of Army Staff calls on Union Home Minister

The Bangladesh Chief of Army Staff, General Abu Belal Muhammad Shafiul Huq called on the Union Home Minister, Shri Rajnath Singh, here today.

Speaking on this occasion, Shri Rajnath Singh said that the age-old strong relations between India and Bangladesh are based on mutual understanding and confidence. Shri Rajnath Singh said that the two countries are able to resolve issues amicably and the cultural and socio-economic relations are growing rapidly.

The issue of fishermen drifting unknowingly into each other’s territorial waters was mentioned in the meeting, and it was agreed that the return of such people to their respective countries should be further expedited.

The Union Home Minister appreciated the cordial implementation of the Land Boundary Agreement between the two countries. On the issue of people desirous of shifting to India by disposing off their immovable property, it was pointed out by the Bangladesh delegation that the joint working group of the two countries is seized of the matter. Such people will be helped by the respective Deputy Commissioners to enable them to sell their immovable property at remunerative market prices.

The Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju, Secretary (Border Management), Shri Anoop Kumar Srivastava, Senior officers of the MHA and Bangladesh High commission were also present.

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The Bangladesh Chief of Army Staff, General Abu Belal Muhammad Shafiul Huq calling on the Union Home Minister, Shri Rajnath Singh, in New Delhi on September 09, 2015. The Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju is also seen.

The Bangladesh Chief of Army Staff, General Abu Belal Muhammad Shafiul Huq calling on the Union Home Minister, Shri Rajnath Singh, in New Delhi on September 09, 2015. The Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju and other dignitaries are also seen.