Northeast India Receives a Major Boost: 3,880 Crore Allocated to Nagaland Under 'Pride of Hills' Scheme. The Central Government has made a significant announcement, allocating 3,880 crore rupees to Nagaland under the 'Pride of Hills: Special Development Assistance for Hill States' scheme. This move is expected to bring about a substantial improvement in the overall economic landscape of the region, addressing the unique challenges faced by hill states. A Comprehensive Approach to Development.
The 'Pride of Hills' scheme is part of the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) initiative, which aims to provide a total outlay of 25,000 crore rupees to nine hill states. This comprehensive approach to development recognizes the distinct challenges faced by these regions, including difficult terrain, limited connectivity, sparse population, and constrained revenue sources.
Under the total outlay, Nagaland has been allocated 3,880 crore rupees, making it one of the top recipients of the scheme. This significant allocation is expected to have a multiplier effect, boosting capital expenditure and supporting infrastructure development in the state. The additional funding will also accelerate overall economic growth in Nagaland, creating new opportunities for residents and businesses alike.
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has expressed his gratitude to the Hon'ble PM and Hon'ble Union Finance Minister Smti Nirmala Sitharaman for creating a new component under SASCI for 2026-27. He stated that this is a special recognition of the unique challenges faced by hill states and the transformative development being undertaken in states like Meghalaya.
The allocation of 3,880 crore rupees to Nagaland under the 'Pride of Hills' scheme marks a significant milestone in the development journey of the region. This funding boost will help address the key challenges faced by hill states, paving the way for a new era of growth and prosperity in the Northeast. As the Central Government continues to invest in the development of these regions, we can expect to see a significant improvement in the overall quality of life for residents and a boost to the regional economy.
