‘Progressive NE important for India’

ITANAGAR: The new economic model of Prime Minister Narenda Modi is to make entrepreneurship a reality as it has become a fundamental for growth, observed Rajya Sabha MP Rajeev Chandrasekhar.
Delivering his keynote address in the conclave of Young Leaders Connect (YLC) with the theme ‘Start-up North East, Stand-Up North East’ which began here on Friday, the MP said in the changing nature of economy, deficit states have to reinvent their economy model. Chandrasekhar said a vibrant and progressive North East was important for India and therefore, there was significant motivation to develop the region.
Stating that politics of the region should move into politics of economy, he suggested the lawmakers of the region to approach the Centre for a special funding pattern for the entrepreneurs of the North Eastern states.
Emphasising on good connectivity, the MP said without connectivity there would be no growth in entrepreneurship in the region.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Pema Khandu said the North East was lagging behind due to lack of adequate knowledge and skill, despite having immense potentials and urged the Centre for special attention to the region as per the Act East Policy.
The conclave had panel discussions and a discussion with experts and stakeholders. (PTI)