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Centre gives Arunachal Pradesh 4900 crore under Pride of Hills to fix connectivity gaps
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Published on 14 May 2026
A new scheme targets remote connectivity and growth
The Centre has allocated Rs 4,900 crore to Arunachal Pradesh under the new Pride of Hills scheme. The funds are meant to address key infrastructure and development gaps, with a focus on improving connectivity in remote areas. Chief Minister Pema Khandu thanked the government, saying the initiative will support long-term economic growth across the state.
- Arunachal Pradesh gets Rs 4,900 crore from the Centre
- Pride of Hills focuses on infrastructure and development gaps
- Connectivity upgrades are central to the scheme
- Funds aim to drive long-term growth in remote areas
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