Arunachal CM Pema Khandu says Northeast is shedding insurgency and isolation for development

Published on 1 May 2026

Hydropower and tourism are now the new pitch

Arunachal Pradesh’s Chief Minister Pema Khandu says the Northeast can no longer be defined by insurgency or isolation, pointing to a shift toward national development. Speaking in New Delhi, he cited hydropower potential, rising tourism, and governance reforms alongside investments in education, people, and new opportunities as the drivers of the state’s momentum.

Khandu frames Arunachal as part of national development
Hydropower potential is highlighted as a growth engine
Tourism growth and governance reforms are key priorities
Education and opportunity investments are driving change

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Arunachal CM Pema Khandu says Northeast is shedding insurgency and isolation for development

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