PM Modi Launches ₹5,100 Crore Infrastructure Projects in Arunachal Pradesh

In a significant push toward regional development and clean energy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched infrastructure projects worth over ₹5,100 crore in Arunachal Pradesh on September 22, 2025. Speaking from Indira Gandhi Park in Itanagar, the Prime Minister reiterated the Centre’s commitment to making the Northeast a hub of connectivity, energy, and economic transformation. The projects include major hydropower ventures, road construction, health and fire safety upgrades, and a convention centre in Tawang, strengthening Arunachal Pradesh’s role in India’s growth story, especially in the clean energy sector.

Key Projects Unveiled

Hydropower Development in Shi Yomi

• PM Modi virtually laid the foundation stones for two major hydropower projects in the Shi Yomi district.

These projects are designed to,

• Increase power generation capacity in the state
• Create thousands of employment opportunities
• Support India’s goal of 500 GW of non-conventional energy by 2030
• With abundant hydro potential, Arunachal Pradesh is poised to become a key contributor to India’s clean energy transition.

Infrastructure Across Sectors

In addition to hydropower, the PM launched projects worth ₹1,290 crore spanning multiple sectors,

• Road Connectivity: Enhancing linkages to remote districts and border areas.
• Healthcare Infrastructure: Strengthening medical facilities in underserved regions.
• Fire Safety Projects: Building modern firefighting capabilities and disaster response units.
• Convention Centre in Tawang: Aimed at boosting tourism, cultural exchange, and regional events.

Key Takeaways

• PM Modi launched ₹5,100 crore worth of projects in Arunachal Pradesh on September 22, 2025.
• Includes hydropower, roads, healthcare, fire safety, and a convention centre.
• Aligns with India’s target of 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030.
• Next Generation GST Reform reduces tax slabs to 5% and 18%, easing household expenses.