Itanagar, 01 November (H.S.): Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu held

discussions with Major General Amit Nautiyal, General Officer Commanding (GOC)

of the Indian Army’s 5 Mountain Division, on strengthening infrastructure and

accelerating development in the state’s strategically important border areas,

with particular emphasis on improving the living conditions of frontier

communities.

The discussion focused on key developmental priorities,

including better connectivity, livelihood opportunities and improved access to

essential services for people living in remote border settlements.

Khandu said strengthening border communities through

infrastructure development and improved livelihood prospects remained a key

priority of his government.

The discussions assume significance as Arunachal Pradesh

shares international boundaries with China, Myanmar and Bhutan, with several

villages located in difficult mountainous terrain.

Limited connectivity and access to healthcare, education and

other basic facilities have remained major challenges for many frontier

communities.

The Centre's Vibrant Villages Programme seeks to address

these challenges through infrastructure development, livelihood generation and

improved public services, while encouraging people to remain in border

villages.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhijit Deb