DONER committed to development of NE

THE Vajpayee Government formed a new ministry — Department for Development of North Eastern Region (DONER) for the upliftment of the region. Days ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, the NDA Government is leaving no stone unturned to highlight the achievements of the region.

Union Minister of State Tapan Sikdar has said the Vajpayee-led government at the Centre was committed to the speedy development of the region. Mr. Sikdar said the constitution of DONER ministry and allocation of Rs. 44,000 crore was the testimony of Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s keenness to bring the region at par with the rest of India. Stressing on proper planning and accountability, the Union Minister clarified that money was not a problem. He was speaking on the occasion of Arunachal Statehood Day. Describing Arunachal Pradesh as a unique state because of its strategic importance, historical, geographical and topographical peculiarity, he said the Centre was determined to extend ‘’helping hand’’ to meet all due shares and legitimate demands, including the refugee issue after discussions with the State leaders.The enromous potentiality of the State would be tapped, he asserted.  

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