Union Minister Highlights Rural Development in Northeast

Union Minister Kamlesh Paswan prioritizes socio-economic progress and upliftment in rural India, especially in the Northeast. During a review in Arunachal Pradesh, he emphasized spreading awareness of central schemes to benefit rural populations. He also reviewed PMGSY III and other development programs.

Union Minister Kamlesh Paswan affirmed on Wednesday that socio-economic progress and the upliftment of rural India, with a special focus on the Northeast, remain top priorities of the Centre. This aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for a 'Vikshit Bharat'.

Embarking on a two-day visit to Arunachal Pradesh, the Minister of State for Rural Development highlighted the importance of generating widespread awareness about central schemes. This ensures that the benefits from these schemes reach the targeted rural beneficiaries, facilitating housing, livelihood, skill development, and economic opportunities. Paswan specifically emphasized the 'Lakhpati Didi' Yojana under the Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ArSRLM), aimed at economically empowering rural women.

During a review meeting in East Siang district, Paswan, along with Lok Sabha MP Tapir Gao and local MLAs, assessed the status of various centrally sponsored schemes, including PMAY(G) and PMGSY III. East Siang Deputy Commissioner Tayi Taggu provided an overview of the district's socio-economic profile and developmental indicators, drawing praise from Paswan for the quality of housing constructed under PMAY(G).

(With inputs from agencies.)