Arunachal Pradesh CM Khandu seeks Centre's sustained support to strengthen strategic border infra

Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has urged the Centre for continued support to strengthen strategic infrastructure in the state, particularly in border areas.

During a meeting with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi on Sunday, the chief minister, while emphasising the importance of connectivity for both national security and local development, highlighted key projects, including the Akajan-Likabali-Bame corridor and sought the timely execution of ongoing works, an official statement said.

Khandu said Arunachal Pradesh has witnessed unprecedented growth in infrastructure in recent years, especially in the border districts.


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He said such developments have significantly enhanced India's security preparedness along its international borders, while also improving the quality of life for residents in remote and forward areas.

The chief minister held detailed discussions with Singh on the state's connectivity requirements, with particular focus on the strategically vital Akajan-Likabali-Bame corridor.

The project, which includes the construction of a crucial bridge over the Taro Tamak River, is expected to strengthen links between the plains of Assam and the remote districts of Upper Subansiri and Shi-Yomi in Arunachal Pradesh.

Officials said work on most stretches of this key corridor is being executed by the Border Roads Organisation, which has been playing a key role in developing strategic road networks in the frontier state.

The defence minister assured Khandu that all proposals and infrastructure projects related to Arunachal Pradesh would be considered with due priority.

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"We are grateful to Rajnath ji for his unwavering support towards the development of border infrastructure and the transformation of forward areas in Arunachal Pradesh," Khandu said in a social media post after the meeting.