The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) has allocated a substantial sum of Rs 126.94 crore for the construction of an Information Technology (IT) Park in Tura, Meghalaya. This move is part of a broader initiative aimed at bolstering infrastructure and fostering development in the northeastern states of India.
MDoNER Allocates Rs 126.94 Crore for IT Park in Meghalaya
By addressing connectivity deficits and social sector gaps, the funding aims to stimulate livelihood and employment opportunities across the region, aligning with the government’s vision of an “Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan.”
Taking to his X handle, Meghalaya CM wrote, “Happy to announce that @MDoNER_India has sanctioned ₹126.94 Crore for the construction of an IT Park at Tura under the PM-DevINE Scheme. Our gratitude to Hon’ble PM Sh. @narendramodi ji, Hon’ble Union Minister for DoNER, Sh. @kishanreddybjp ji and GoI.”
The sanctioning of the IT Park project underscores the government’s unwavering commitment to promoting economic growth and self-reliance in the northeast. With its focus on technology and innovation, the IT Park is poised to create a dynamic ecosystem that nurtures entrepreneurship and fosters technological advancements. This investment is expected to not only meet the region’s growing demand for IT infrastructure but also contribute significantly to its socio-economic development.
The development of Tura’s IT Park is emblematic of a broader strategy of increased budget allocations and developmental projects in the northeastern region. As the Ministry of DoNER continues to spearhead efforts to enhance infrastructure and promote economic prosperity, initiatives like the construction of the IT Park in Tura are poised to play a pivotal role in positioning the northeast as a hub for technological advancement and sustainable growth.
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