DIMAPUR, OCT 28 (NPN): Nagaland governor Nand Kishore Yadav has called for improved road connectivity with Myanmar and the development of Meluri’s trade, tourism, agriculture and mineral resources to drive sustainable economic growth in the newly created district.
According to a DIPR report, the governor, who visited Meluri on Wednesday, said better infrastructure would improve access to markets and essential services while creating opportunities for cross-border trade and economic cooperation. He also highlighted the potential of the International Trade Centre at Avakhung to strengthen links with Southeast Asia under the Centre’s Act East Policy.
Yadav described Meluri as a strategically important border district endowed with natural resources and scenic beauty.
He said its evolution from a Bench Court established in 1958 to a full-fledged district marked a significant milestone in its administrative and developmental progress.
Governor underscored that Meluri’s mineral wealth, tourism, agriculture and horticulture should be harnessed responsibly, with environmental protection and the interests of local communities safeguarded. He also called for improved education, healthcare, drinking water, electricity and digital connectivity.
Urging government departments to work with urgency and a clear vision, Yadav encouraged residents to actively participate in the district’s development. He expressed confidence that Meluri could emerge as a model border district that was peaceful, well-connected, environmentally responsible and economically vibrant.
Earlier, advisor for NSDMA and inland waterways, Z Nyusietho Nyuthe, highlighted the district’s potential for cross-border trade, inland waterways and power trade, given its proximity to Myanmar. Referring to a proposal presented by the Pochury Hoho, he stressed the need to strengthen road connectivity from Avakhung to the proposed New Thematic Port on the Myanmar side.
The governor was welcomed at Meluri village council hall by the district administration, departmental officials, village council representatives and other dignitaries. DC Meluri, Phuleshe K Yepthomi delivered the welcome address. DC highlighted the significance of the governor’s visit to the newly created Meluri District and expressed gratitude for his presence and encouragement towards the development of the district.
