Union Minister Jyotiraditya M Scindia to arrive in Shillong tomorrow on a 2-day visit to NE

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaJuly 11, 2024

Union minister for development of northeastern region (MDoNER) and communications Jyotiraditya M Scindia will visit Shillong and Guwahati (Assam) on July 12 and 13.

On July 12, Scindia will chair a review meeting at the NEC Secretariat, Nongrim Hills, Shillong, with officials from MDoNER, NEC, and the state government to discuss the progress of various projects and initiatives in the region.

The key highlight of the visit will be a presentation on NEC Vision 2047 and the launch of the NERACE App.

The NERACE is a unified digital platform connecting farmers to the global market, enabling direct transactions and price negotiation. The app features a multilingual helpline (English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Nepali, Khasi, Mizo, and Manipuri) and integrates farmers and sellers, enhancing agricultural connectivity in the Northeast.

By bridging the gap between farmers and buyers, NERACE empowers farmers to reach a wider audience, improve their income, and access new opportunities.

On July 13, Scindia will visit the NEDFi House in Guwahati to meet with officials and discuss ways to promote entrepreneurship and startups in the region further.

Ahead of his visit, Scindia shared his excitement with the people of Meghalaya and Assam: “I am delighted to visit the beautiful states- Meghalaya & Assam and witness the progress of our development projects. Our vision is to create a vibrant and prosperous North East, and contribute to the nation’s mission to build a Viksit Bharat.”