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Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio meets Home Minister Amit Shah to seek development support
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🗓 12 Sep 2026, 03:35 AM
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Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio met Union Home Minister Amit Shah, urging the centre to intervene in Nagaland’s development plans.
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio held a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss the state's developmental challenges. The discussion took place in New Delhi, where Rio sought the central government's direct intervention to accelerate key projects in the hill state.
Rio highlighted the need for faster infrastructure rollout, improved connectivity, and enhanced investment in health and education sectors. He emphasized that timely central support could bridge long‑standing gaps and boost Nagaland's economic growth.
While specific commitments were not disclosed, Shah acknowledged the concerns raised and indicated that the Ministry of Home Affairs would review the requests. Both leaders agreed to maintain close coordination on pending proposals.
The meeting underscores the importance of centre‑state collaboration, especially for India's northeastern region, where development has often lagged behind national averages.
Rio highlighted the need for faster infrastructure rollout, improved connectivity, and enhanced investment in health and education sectors. He emphasized that timely central support could bridge long‑standing gaps and boost Nagaland's economic growth.
While specific commitments were not disclosed, Shah acknowledged the concerns raised and indicated that the Ministry of Home Affairs would review the requests. Both leaders agreed to maintain close coordination on pending proposals.
The meeting underscores the importance of centre‑state collaboration, especially for India's northeastern region, where development has often lagged behind national averages.