90 Infra Projects Worth Rs 34.17 bn Approved for North East in 4 Years
ECONOMY & POLICY

90 Infra Projects Worth Rs 34.17 bn Approved for North East in 4 Years

The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) has approved 90 projects with a total expenditure of Rs 34.17 billion under the North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme (NESIDS) over the past three financial years (2021-22 to 2023-24) and the on-going financial year 2024-25. This announcement was made in a written reply in the Lok Sabha by Sukanta Majumdar, Union Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region.

The NESIDS scheme is categorised into two components:

NESIDS (roads): This component focuses on developing physical assets such as roads, bridges, and related infrastructure.

NESIDS (Other Than Roads Infrastructure - OTRI): This segment addresses infrastructure development in areas like healthcare (primary and secondary), education, water supply, solid waste management, industrial growth, civil aviation, sports, and telecom. Projects under OTRI typically range in cost from Rs 50 million to Rs 500 million.

All northeastern states qualify for project approvals under NESIDS based on their normative allocations.

While the implementation of the sanctioned projects is handled by the respective state governments of the North Eastern Region, the responsibility for monitoring primarily lies with these states. However, MDoNER maintains a close watch on the progress of these initiatives to ensure timely and effective execution.

The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) has approved 90 projects with a total expenditure of Rs 34.17 billion under the North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme (NESIDS) over the past three financial years (2021-22 to 2023-24) and the on-going financial year 2024-25. This announcement was made in a written reply in the Lok Sabha by Sukanta Majumdar, Union Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region. The NESIDS scheme is categorised into two components: NESIDS (roads): This component focuses on developing physical assets such as roads, bridges, and related infrastructure. NESIDS (Other Than Roads Infrastructure - OTRI): This segment addresses infrastructure development in areas like healthcare (primary and secondary), education, water supply, solid waste management, industrial growth, civil aviation, sports, and telecom. Projects under OTRI typically range in cost from Rs 50 million to Rs 500 million. All northeastern states qualify for project approvals under NESIDS based on their normative allocations. While the implementation of the sanctioned projects is handled by the respective state governments of the North Eastern Region, the responsibility for monitoring primarily lies with these states. However, MDoNER maintains a close watch on the progress of these initiatives to ensure timely and effective execution.

Next Story
Real Estate

Dharavi Rising

Dharavi, Asia’s largest informal settlement, stands on the cusp of a historic transformation. With an ambitious urban renewal project finally taking shape, millions of residents are looking ahead with hope. But delivering a project of this scale brings immense challenges – from land acquisition to rehabilitate ineligible residents outside Dharavi and rehabilitation to infrastructure development. It also requires balancing commercial goals with deep-rooted social impact. At the helm is SVR Srinivas, IAS, CEO & Officer on Special Duty, Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP), Government..

Next Story
Real Estate

MLDL Records 20.4% Growth in Pre-Sales

Mahindra Lifespace Developers Limited (MLDL), the real estate and infrastructure development arm of the Mahindra Group, announced its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. In line with INDAS 115, the company recognises revenues using the completion of contract method. Key highlights FY25: Consolidated sales (Residential and IC&IC) of Rs 32.99 billion. Gross development value (GDV) additions in FY25 were Rs 1.81 trillion compared to Rs 440 billion in FY24 (~4x growth). Residential pre-sales of Rs 28.04 billion in FY25, reflecting 20.4% growth o..

Next Story
Infrastructure Transport

UCSL Delivers India's First Green Cargo Vessel to Norway

In a landmark achievement for Indian shipbuilding and the Atma Nirbhar Bharat initiative, Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL), a subsidiary of Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), has delivered the first of six next-generation green cargo vessels to Norway-based Wilson Ship Management AS, Europe’s largest short-sea shipping operator. The 3,800 DWT vessel, named Wilson Eco 1, was handed over during a ceremony at New Mangalore Port. The delivery is part of a Rs 5.06 billion project supported by Norway’s green maritime funding programme, marking India's entry into the European eco-friendly ca..

Advertisement

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?