ITANAGAR, OCT 11:
The Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, has congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completing 25 years of continuous service as head of government, reaffirming the State’s commitment to the national vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047.
In a resolution adopted on Sunday, the Cabinet joined the country in marking the milestone, noting that Modi took oath as Chief Minister of Gujarat on October 7, 2001, and subsequently became Prime Minister on May 26, 2014. His third consecutive term as Prime Minister began on June 9, 2024.
The Cabinet observed that his public life had been guided by the principle of Seva Hi Samarpan, with service at the centre of governance. It highlighted his emphasis on discipline, perseverance and the mantra of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and Sabka Prayas”.
The resolution cited developments in welfare delivery, economic growth, national security, technology, infrastructure and the promotion of India’s heritage. It also referred to major policy measures, including the abrogation of Article 370, the introduction of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), along with the next-generation GST 2.0 reforms.
The Cabinet expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for launching the GST 2.0 reforms and GST Bachat Utsav during his visit to Itanagar on September 22, 2025, the first day of Navratri. It noted that the resolution had been adopted on the first day of Navratri this year as well.
Highlighting the Centre’s welfare initiatives and their impact in Arunachal Pradesh, the Cabinet stated that the State had achieved 100 per cent coverage under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, benefiting more than 8.57 lakh people. Around 55,000 families had received pucca houses registered in women’s names, while 2.28 lakh households had been provided functional tap-water connections. The State was also recognised as the first in the Northeast to achieve 100 per cent saturation under the Jal Jeevan Mission, according to the resolution.
More than 2.26 lakh families are covered under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) and the Chief Minister Arogya Arunachal Yojana (CMAAY), which provide cashless treatment of up to ₹5 lakh per family per year.
The Cabinet also highlighted initiatives focused on farmers, women and youth. More than 1.14 lakh farmers in the State have been enrolled under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), with over ₹150 crore transferred directly to their bank accounts.
Nearly one lakh women have been mobilised into 15,999 self-help groups, while more than 16,000 women have become Lakhpati Didis, with another 36,000 identified to achieve the target. The resolution also noted that 50 government schools had been upgraded into Golden Jubilee Model Schools, 58 Khelo India Centres were reaching every district, and 156 startups had received seed funding exceeding ₹5.59 crore. Women lead 45.5 per cent of the supported startups.
On infrastructure, the Cabinet cited the Sela and Nechiphu tunnels as important milestones in improving all-weather connectivity, strategic mobility and tourism. Donyi Polo Airport, the State’s first greenfield airport, has an annual passenger-handling capacity of one million, while Tezu Airport has been upgraded with a new terminal building.
Under the Vibrant Villages Programme, 455 villages across 11 districts were selected in Phase I. Roads spanning 1,022 km, with an approved cost of ₹2,205 crore, were sanctioned to connect 126 border villages. Another 122 villages along the Myanmar and Bhutan borders were included in Phase II, according to the resolution.
The Cabinet further noted Arunachal Pradesh’s hydropower potential and contribution to renewable energy. The 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project, developed at a cost of ₹30,071 crore, has commissioned four units, with the remaining units expected to follow. Investments exceeding ₹52,000 crore have also been approved for five additional hydropower projects expected to generate nearly 4,000 MW.
The resolution also highlighted efforts to preserve and promote the State’s indigenous, tribal and Buddhist heritage. It noted that 20 indigenous products had secured Geographical Indication tags and referred to the Union Budget 2026–27 announcement of a scheme to develop Buddhist circuits in six Northeastern states, including Arunachal Pradesh. The documentation and digitisation of rare and medical manuscripts under the Gyan Bharatam Mission were also cited.
Additionally, ₹4,900 crore has been allocated to Arunachal Pradesh under the Pride of Hills component of the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment, the Cabinet noted.
The Cabinet resolved to build on these achievements and work towards a prosperous, secure, self-reliant and developed India. It extended its congratulations to the Prime Minister and expressed gratitude for his years of public service and dedication.
