Rs. 14.22 Crore Released by NEC for Development Projects in Tripura

The North Eastern Council (NEC) has allocated a total of Rs. 14,22,64,365 for various development projects in Tripura. 

This fund will be utilized to implement projects across multiple sectors including tourism, agriculture, industry, human resource development, transport and communication, science and technology, irrigation, water management, and the preservation of culture and heritage.

Among the notable allocations this year are: Rs. 10,71,451 for setting up pig breeding farms in Hawai Bari under Teliamura Subdivision of Khowai district and in Jalefa of South Tripura district. Rs.1,10,49,864 has been earmarked for a Key Identified Service Delivery Project in Ganganagar R.D. Block of Dhalai district, and Rs. 1,54,43,543 for Raishyabari R.D. Block.

To enhance fish production, Rs. 1,00,37,400 has been allocated for pond excavation and renovation of minor water bodies. For farmers in Tripura, Rs. 2,00,00,000 has been sanctioned for setting up six Integrated Seed Processing Plants. 

Rs. 3,00,00,000 has been earmarked for the infrastructure development of two modern agricultural markets. An amount of Rs. 80,00,000 will be utilized to construct an Integrated Pack House in Dhalai district, Tripura. 

Additionally, Rs. 1,51,03,874 has been allotted for establishing brooder houses and poultry hatcheries, and Rs. 30,00,000 for constructing a new building at Vivekananda Tripureshwari Vidya Mandir school.

Further allocations have been made for various other initiatives, including workshops on Gl products, an international chemistry conference, a health economics winter school, and the installation of solar-powered irrigation pumps in government-run orchid gardens.

The NEC has stated that timely disbursement of these funds will be ensured to guarantee smooth and prompt implementation of these projects, aimed at the holistic development of the North Eastern Region. 

Alongside key sectors such as tourism, agriculture, transport, industry, and human resource development, special emphasis is also being given to the preservation of tradition and culture. 

Notably, the North Eastern Council (NEC) has consistently played a pivotal role in fostering the socio-economic growth of the region over the years.