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Politics
Vice President calls Arunachal Pradesh integral to India's unity, Northeast a growth engine
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 09 Sep 2026, 04:48 PM
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In a recent address, the Vice President highlighted Arunachal Pradesh’s role in preserving national unity and described the Northeast region as a key driver of India’s economic growth.
Speaking at a public event, the Vice President underscored that Arunachal Pradesh is an essential component of India’s territorial integrity and social cohesion. He emphasized that the state’s strategic location and cultural diversity reinforce the nation’s unity.
The leader further noted that the broader Northeast region serves as a significant engine of economic expansion, contributing to sectors such as tourism, hydro‑power, and agriculture. He pointed to recent infrastructure projects and investment inflows that are boosting growth across the eight states.
By linking Arunachal’s importance to the country’s overall development agenda, the Vice President called for continued focus on inclusive policies and connectivity initiatives. He urged both central and state authorities to work together to harness the region’s potential for the benefit of all Indians.
The remarks were welcomed by local officials, who said they align with ongoing efforts to integrate the Northeast more fully into the national mainstream and attract further private and public investment.
The leader further noted that the broader Northeast region serves as a significant engine of economic expansion, contributing to sectors such as tourism, hydro‑power, and agriculture. He pointed to recent infrastructure projects and investment inflows that are boosting growth across the eight states.
By linking Arunachal’s importance to the country’s overall development agenda, the Vice President called for continued focus on inclusive policies and connectivity initiatives. He urged both central and state authorities to work together to harness the region’s potential for the benefit of all Indians.
The remarks were welcomed by local officials, who said they align with ongoing efforts to integrate the Northeast more fully into the national mainstream and attract further private and public investment.