Current Socio-Economic Problems
Trade and Investment Conference to Increase Opportunities in the Northeast Region
▪ A trade and investment conference was held in Chennai to increase opportunities in the Northeast region.
▪ India’s key gateways are Mumbai, Chennai, and the northeastern states. States like Nagaland, Mizoram, and Tripura share borders with Southeast Asian countries, increasing international economic opportunities.
▪ Road, railway, and air transportation have improved in the northeastern states. Roads connecting villages have been constructed, leading to a 12% increase in economic opportunities.
▪ Progress has been made in agriculture and horticulture. The value of natural food products produced there has increased by 70% due to exports to countries like Germany and Dubai.
