By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM|
MoHUA Strengthens Urban Development Partnership with Arunachal Pradesh

New Delhi: In a significant step towards accelerating urban transformation in the Northeast, Secretary, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), Srinivas Katikithala, held a high-level meeting with the Mayor of Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, to review the progress of key urban development initiatives and discuss strategies for strengthening civic infrastructure and public service delivery.

The meeting focused on the implementation of flagship urban missions, including the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM), the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT), and the effective utilisation of 15th Finance Commission grants. The discussions also covered several other urban development initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of life for citizens through better municipal governance and improved urban infrastructure.

The interaction reflected the Ministry’s continued commitment to supporting states and urban local bodies in achieving sustainable and inclusive urban growth. Emphasis was placed on ensuring efficient implementation of centrally sponsored schemes, improving sanitation, strengthening water supply and urban amenities, and promoting well-planned civic infrastructure in Itanagar.

The meeting also underscored the importance of close coordination between the Centre and urban local bodies to address the unique developmental requirements of cities in the Northeast. With rapid urbanisation emerging as a key challenge, both sides discussed the need for innovative and citizen-centric solutions to improve municipal services and urban resilience.

The review is expected to provide renewed momentum to the implementation of various urban development programmes in Arunachal Pradesh, reinforcing the Government of India’s vision of creating cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable cities across the country.

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