In a discussion with a 13-member media team from the Press Information Bureau (PIB) Cochin at the Raj Bhavan, Singh noted that the new railway line would significantly enhance tourism in the state, improve transportation, cut down on goods costs, and decrease logistics expenses by offering a more efficient and accessible connectivity solution.
The governor informed the visiting journalists that this railway line is set to be linked with the ambitious Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project (KMMTTP) and expressed confidence that the remaining stretch of over 200 km would be completed within the expected timeline.
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Singh emphasized that while agriculture continues to be the primary source of livelihood for most of Mizoram’s population and large-scale industries have yet to establish themselves, the state possesses significant potential for future growth, as stated in a recent announcement.
He pointed out promising sectors such as tourism, organic products, high-quality ginger and turmeric, chili, aromatic and medicinal plants, rubber initiatives, bamboo-based industries, among others.
Furthermore, Singh shared with the team that both central and state governments are actively pursuing key development projects and expressed hope that Mizoram would experience even greater developmental progress in the coming years.
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The media team, led by PIB Cochin director Ms. Dhanya Sanal K, also traveled to Assam to investigate and report on various development projects.
Dhanya informed the governor that the main goal of the press tour was not just to allow the media to study and report on the Centre’s initiatives in the Northeast, but also to give journalists the chance to explore the region firsthand.
(Edited by : Jerome Anthony)
