MONASTERY IN TAWANG,

ARUNACHAL PRADESH LAND OF THE RISING SUN

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Executive Summary……………….….…….3

Advantage …………………..….……..4

Arunachal Pradesh – An Introduction……..5

Infrastructure Status……….…….…..…….14

Employment Opportunities…………...……27

Major Industries in Arunachal Pradesh...... 28

State Acts & Policies…….………...... ……42 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Largest state in . Arunachal Pradesh, with an area of 83,743 sq km, is the largest state in the Northeast of India. Its diverse Source: Ministry of Textile, , Central Electricity Authority, Arunachal Pradesh State Government, State Budget 2015-16 Northeast topography offers opportunities for non-timber based industries such as bamboo, cane and medicinal plants.

Largest hydropower . India’s pent-up demand for electricity could be addressed by the state’s potential 60,000 MW hydropower potential in India capacity. As of March 2018, the installed hydropower capacity in the state stood at 97.45 MW.

. The state’s textile industry, including carpet making, enjoys a huge appeal. The state’s carpets have received Carpet making national & international fame for their creativity, design and quality.

. For the development of infrastructure in Arunachal Pradesh & other North East States, Non-Lapsable Central NLCPR Projects in Pool of Resources (NLCPR) releases funds for various projects. In the NLCPR Annual Plan 2016-17, 24 Arunachal Pradesh projects in Arunachal Pradesh worth Rs 417.34 crore (US$ 64.78 million) were prioritised. During 2016-17, Rs 97.28 crore (US$ 15.09 million) was released for NLCPR projects in Arunachal Pradesh.

. Total of 8 railway lines have been sanctioned by the ministry of railways connecting various cities of the state which include Itakhola to Seijosa (18 km), Doomdooma-Namsai-Wakro (96 km), Dangri to (60 km) Upcoming Railway Naharkatia to (20 km), Lekhapani--New Khamlang-Deben (75 km) and Tinsukia to via Kanubari (300 km).

3 ARUNACHAL PRADESH For updated information, please visit www.ibef.org ADVANTAGE ARUNACHAL PRADESH

March High Economic Growth Huge Hydropower Potential Pipeline 2018 . The GSDP increased at a compound annual growth rate . The hilly terrain & abundant rivers make the state a (CAGR) of 11.93% between 2011-12 and 2017-18. The potential powerhouse of the Northeast. 100+ Hydropower state has considerable mineral reserves that offer huge . As of March 2018, Arunachal Pradesh had a total projects generation potential. installed power generation capacity of 277.97 MW. having a installed . Due to its topography, the state has varied agro- Hydro energy (97.45 MW) accounted for around 35.1% generation capacity: climatic conditions suitable for horticulture of flowers of this capacity. capacity of and aromatic and medicinal plants. 97.45 MW . The Department of Hydropower Development, 47,000 MW Arunachal Pradesh, is wholly entrusted with the design, for next ten construction, operation & maintenance of hydropower years projects in the state. Advantage Arunachal Pradesh

Policy and Fiscal Incentives International Trade Opportunities . The state and central governments offer huge fiscal & . The state’s location provides opportunities for policy incentives for the development of important international trade with South Asian countries such as sectors. Myanmar, and China. . In Facilitate & promote growth of the industry, . Textiles and handicrafts from the state are in demand employment & investment in the state has introduced in neighbouring countries. State Industrial Policy 2008. . As of March 2015, value exports of all commodities from the state were valued at US$ 6.48 million.

Source: Central Electricity Authority, Arunachal Pradesh State Government, CSO

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. , , Tawang, Rupa, , , , & are some of the major towns in the state.

. The land is mostly mountainous with the Himalayan ranges running north-south. The state is divided into 5 river valleys: the Kameng, the Subansiri, the Siang, the Lohit & the Tirap.

Parameters Arunachal Pradesh

Capital Itanagar Geographical area (sq km) 83,743 Administrative districts (No) 17 Source: Maps of India Population density (persons per sq km) 17 Total population (million) 1.47 . Located in the Northeast of India, Arunachal Pradesh is the largest of the 7 sister states. It shares borders with the neighbouring countries Male population (million) 0.71 of Bhutan in the west, China () in the north & northeast & Female population (million) 0.67 Myanmar in the east and southeast. The Indian states of & border it in the south. Sex ratio (females per 1,000 males) 938 Literacy rate (per cent) 65.38 . The most commonly spoken languages are Assamese, Bengali & Hindi. English is the official language & primary medium of education in schools.

Source: Government of Arunachal Pradesh website, Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, Census 2011

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Parameter Arunachal Pradesh All states Source

Economy 2016-17 2016-17

Directorate of Economics & Statistics of Arunachal GSDP as a percentage of all states’ GSDP 0.15 100 Pradesh, Central Statistics Office Directorate of Economics & Statistics of Arunachal GSDP growth rate (%) 8 11.52 Pradesh, Central Statistics Office Directorate of Economics & Statistics of Arunachal Per capita GSDP (US$) 2,211.57 1,956.02 Pradesh, Central Statistics Office

Physical Infrastructure

Installed power capacity (MW) 277.97 340.53 Central Electricity Authority, as of March 2018

Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, as of Wireless subscribers (in million)1 12.8 1,151.9 January 2018 Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, as of Internet subscribers (in million)1 5.19 445.96 December 2017

National Highway length (km) 2,513.05 100,087.08 NHAI & Road & Building Department

Airports (no) 32 125 Airports Authority of India

1 Combined figures for the Northeast states comprising Arunachal Pradesh, , , , Nagaland and , 2 Non-operational

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Parameter Arunachal Pradesh All states Source

Social Indicators

Literacy rate (%) 65.38 73.0 Census 2011

Birth rate (per 1,000 population) 18.9 20.4 SRS Bulletin, September 2017

Investments

1 Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion, From FDI equity inflows (US$ billion) 0.104 368.053 April 2000 to December 2017

1 FDI inflows for RBI’s (Reserve Bank of India’s) -region, which includes Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura, SRS: Sample Registration System

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GSDP of Arunachal Pradesh at current prices (in US$ billion) Per capita GSDP (in US$)

3000.00 CAGR 11.93% CAGR 11.79%

4.00 2500.00

3.50

3.76

3.00 2000.00

3.42

2382.28 2.50 3.16

1500.00

2211.57

2.77 2081.86

2.00

1865.65

1.50 2.25 1000.00

1.94 1545.81

1.00 1.71 1357.15

500.00 1220.56 0.50

0.00 0.00

2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18

2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18

. At current prices, the gross state domestic product (GSDP) of . In 2017-18, the state’s per capita GSDP at current prices reached Arunachal Pradesh reached US$ 3.76 billion in 2017-18.. US$ 2,382.3 as compared to US$ 1,220.6 in 2011-12. . Arunachal Pradesh’s GSDP increased at a CAGR of 11.93% from . The per capita GSDP increased at a CAGR of 11.79% between 20011-12 to 2017-18. 2011-12 and 2016-17.

Note: Exchange rate = 0.154 Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics of Arunachal Pradsh

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NSDP of Arunachal Pradesh at current prices (in US$ million) Per capita NSDP (in US$)

4.000 2500.00 CAGR 13.83% CAGR 11.57%

3.500

2000.00

3.000

3.437

2176.78 2.500

3.125 1500.00

2019.76

2.888 1905.14

2.000

2.548

1713.55

1000.00

1.500

2.066

1418.12 1.794

1.000 1256.62 1.580

500.00 1128.63 0.500

0.000 0.00

2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18

. At current prices, the net state domestic product (NSDP) of . The state’s per capita NSDP in 2017-18 reached US$ 2,176.78 as Arunachal Pradesh reached US$ 3.44 billion in 2017-18. compared to US$ 1,128 in 2011-12. . Arunachal Pradesh’s NSDP at current prices grew at a CAGR of . The per capita NSDP increased at an average rate of 11.57% 13.83% between 2011-12 and 2017-18. between 2011-12 and 2017-18.

Note: Exchange rate = 0.154 Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics of Arunachal Pradesh

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. The primary sector was the biggest contributor to the Gross State GSVAVisakhapatnam composition port by sectortraffic (million(at current tonnes) prices) Value Added in 2017-18 with a share of 43.29% and grew at 13.47% CAGR between 2011-12 and 2017-18. 100% . The tertiary sector contributed 34.69% to the Gross State Value 38.73% CAGR 34.69% Added in 2017-18 and grew at 11.75% CAGR between 2011-12 and 90% 2017-18. 80% 11.75%

70%

60% 22.02% 17.19% 50% 18.62%

40% 44.08% 43.29%

30%

20% 13.47% 10%

0% 2011-12 2017-18

Primary Sector Secondary Sector Tertiary Sector

Note: Exchange rate = 0.154 Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics of Arunachal Pradesh

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Annual production – 2017-18 . The state's economy is largely agrarian, based on the terraced Crop farming of rice and the cultivation of crops such as maize, millet, (‘000 metric tonnes) wheat, pulses, sugarcane, ginger, oilseeds, cereals, potato & Fruits 125.34 pineapple. Vegetables 14.57 . In 2017-18* total horticulture production reached 210.15 thousand Plantation 0.10 metric tonnes. Aromatics & medicinal 0.99 . In 2016-17, total production of horticulture crops in the state was Flowers (Cut, loose) 0.08 recorded at 422.98 thousand metric tonnes, while the total production of fruits & production of vegetables in the state stood at Spices 69.06 around 311.53 thousand metric tonnes & 33.34 thousand metric tonnes, respectively.

. The state also produces various food grains including paddy (rice), cereals, etc. Major cereal crops of the state are rice, wheat, maize & millet.

. Under State Budget 2018-19, Rs 743.96 crore (US$ 114.92 million) was allocated to the sector.

. Under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana, Rs 40.51 crore (US$ 6.29 million) was allocated to the state during 2017-18.

. In April 2017, the Arunachal Pradesh government launched the ‘State Organic Mission’ to make the state an organic farming hub.

Source: *as per 1st advance estimates Source: NEDFI Databank, Ministry of Agriculture,

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. According to the Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion (DIPP), VisakhapatnamFDI equity inflowsport traffic1 (US$ (million million) tonnes) FDI inflows1 to the Northeast states totalled to US$ 104 million from April 2000 to December 2017. 45 42 . Northeast states contributed around 0.03% share to the cumulative FDI inflows in India during April 2000 to December 2017. 40

35

30

25

20

15 11 10 10 8 8 5 5 5 2 1 0.6

0

2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18*

Note: 2017-18* - upto December 2017, 1Including Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura Source: Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion

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Sectoral Allocation (US$ million)

Sector Expenditure

Agriculture and Allied 114.92

Rural Infrastructure 220.40

Urban Development 85.80

Infrastructure 282.22

Transport 18.01

Education 275.71

Healthcare 177.80

Source: USD = INR 64.74 Source: State Budget 2018-19

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. During 2016-17 (up to November 2016), under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), an expenditure of US$ 23.10 million was allocated by the state government for development of road works in the state. During 2017-18, the government is targeting completion of 1,200 km of roads under the scheme. . In March 2017, the state completed construction of a new bridge on the Dhola-Sadiya ghat, which will streamline the traffic scenario, while connecting the states of Arunachal Pradesh & Assam. It will also become a point of convenience for various districts located on higher altitudes . In May 2017, the government inaugurated the country’s longest 9.15 kms bridge over the Brahmaputra tributary, Lohit, which links Dhola in Assam & Sadiya in Arunachal Pradesh. Source: Maps of India

. Arunachal Pradesh has about 12,169 km of major district roads. Road infrastructure Road length (km) . During 2017-18 (up to December 2017), 114.46 km of national highways were constructed in the state. National highways (km) 2,513.05 . National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd Total 20,137.05 (NHIDCL) will invest Rs 15,000 crore (US$ 2.30 billion) which will cover 800 km of the roads in the state. . National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd Implementation of PMGSY (During 2017-18*) (NHIDCL) has taken up 35 road projects, in the state, with a total length of 1,007.24 km, of which tenders for 32 projects have already Habitations connected 18 been awarded as of July 15, 2017. Length completed (km) 856.028

Note: * up to February 2018 Source: NHAI, Arunachaltimes, http://omms.nic.in/

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. In February 2015, the Government of Arunachal Pradesh announced plans to construct 6 new airports in the state. The first airport in is expected to become operational in 2018. . The state’s capital, Itanagar, was put on the country's railway map in April 2014. The state government plans to extend the existing railway connectivity & connect the Upper Assam areas with Arunachal Pradesh. . Railway projects worth Rs 90,000 crore (US$ 13.97 billion) are going on in the north eastern region of the country. Surveys of seven new broad-gauge railway lines were started in May 2017. . As of June 2017, Union Ministry of Railways is readying to build huge railway infrastructure in the state, beginning with surveying of Source: Maps of India 3 railway tracks linking Tawang. The projects are estimated to require investment of around USD7.43 billion to USD10.41 billion. . As of April 2017, the state government is planning to build a new Domestic airport^ Inter-state helicopter service* commercial airport with night-landing facility at Tezu. . In April 2017, the government announced its plans to start the project of 3 strategic lines - North Lakhimpur-Bame--Silapathar (247.85 km), Bhalukpong-Tenga-Tawang (378 km) & Pasighat- Tezu-Parsuram Kund-Rupai (227 km). Execution of the project would improve the state’s connectivity to northern & eastern frontiers. The government has allocated a budget of US$ 875.5 million for this project. In January 2018, the railway lines were approved by the centre.

Source: Airports Authority of India; Department of Civil Aviation, Government of Arunachal Pradesh. North East Frontier Railway (NEFR) ^Non-operational, *Major route State Budget 2015-16, theshilliongtimes

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. As of March 2018, Arunachal Pradesh had a total installed power Installed power capacity (MW) generation capacity of 277.97 MW. Out of these central utilities contributed 168.97 MW, private utilities contributed 4.39 MW and 300.0

state utilities contributed 104.61 MW.

. Renewable energy in conjunction with hydropower are the major

sources of electricity generation in the state & contributed around 250.0

278.0

109 MW & 97.45 MW to the installed capacity of the state, 273.8

261.2

257.9 249.4

respectively. 249.4

200.0

. In May 2017, UJAAS received a letter of intent from Arunachal

213.7 213.3

Pradesh Energy Development Agency to design, supply, install, test 201.9 and commission a 200kwp-Grid Connected Solar PV Plant at State

150.0 180.1 Assembly Building in Itanagar.

. Arunachal Pradesh’s environment ministry panel has approved Nyamjang Chu hydropower project worth US$ 1.06 billion, in the 100.0 Tawang region of Arunachal Pradesh. Once built, the plant will produce 780 MW of electricity. 50.0 . Dibang project in Arunachal Pradesh has received the government's approval for diversion of land. A 3,000 MW hydel project will be constructed by NHPC (National Hydroelectric Power Corporation), 0.0 and is expected to get completed by the end of 2019.

2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18

Source: Central Electricity Authority

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. According to Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), Telecom Infrastructure* (as of January 2018) Northeast had a total of 12,796,167 wireless and 113,246 wireline

subscribers as of January 2018. Wireless subscribers 12,796,167 . Total tele-density in Arunachal Pradesh was recorded to be 105.32% Wire-line subscribers 113,246 as of December 2017.

Internet subscribers (millions) 5.19 . As of FY17, Vodafone has invested US$ 327.23 million to expand, modernize and build a more technologically advanced and energy efficient network in Assam and North East areas.

. The government has allocated a special package to Arunachal Some of the major telecom operators in Arunachal Pradesh Pradesh for developing telecommunication system in the state. The proposal was made during the two days meeting of DoT at . Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) Guwahati in February 2017. The project would involve setting up . Bharti Airtel 6,000 towers across North East India. . Aircel Limited

. Vodafone

. Reliance Communications

. Idea Cellular

Note: *Combined figures for the Northeast states comprising Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura Source: Telecom Regulatory Authority of India

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. Urban infrastructure projects are developed under the Jawaharlal Urban infrastructure projects approved under JNNURM Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM). Development Project name Amount (US$ million)* projects related to water supply, solid waste management and urban transport have been sanctioned under the JNNURM. In addition, 752 dwelling units with basic service to 1 welfare scheme for the urban poor, Integrated Low Cost Sanitation 7.02 urban poor for Karsingsa, Itanagar scheme (ILCS), etc. are operational across the state of Arunachal Pradesh for conversion of dry latrines into pour flush latrines and Co and Improvement shelter for urban 1 construction of new latrines. poor safai karamchari at Pappu Nallah, 0.64 Naharlagaun . Under State Budget 2018-19, urban development was allocated Rs BSUP housing scheme for 552.89 crore (US$ 85.80 million). construction of 144 dwelling units at 1.821 , Itanagar . By the end of 2014, JNNURM cumulatively approved 3 urbanization projects worth US$ 0.497 million for urban development in Arunachal Source: JNNURM, Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India, Budget 2015-16 of Pradesh. Arunachal Pradesh,*as per report dated 1st December, 2017 Urban Infrastructure Projects on priority for NEC* Annual Plan . As per State Budget 2018-19, construction of toilets in urban areas 2016-17 will be undertaken to declare the state as open defecation free.

. As of October 2017, 44,119 houses have been completed under the Project categories Outlay Amount (US$ million) BUSP scheme (covered under JNNURM), while 3,144 houses are Public Works Department 8.52 under construction. PHED 7.67 . In April 2017, the state government declared Nirjuli Village-1 in Power 2.33 as the first digital village of the state. In this Trade & Commerce 2.33 digital village, cashless transactions are to be done through mobile, even in 'sabji mandis’. Urban Development 1 Tourism 1.55 Others 6.4

Source: Department of Planning, Itanagar 1 NEC: North Eastern Council

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. In September, 2015, a meeting was held between the ministry of Urban Development & Parliamentary Affairs and the state government for the establishment of smart city in the state and Itanagar had been selected as a smart city. A amount of US$ 12.11 million would be sanctioned to Arunachal Pradesh for various projects under Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM) by the central government.

. In June 2017, Pasighat town was included in the list of 30 smart cities announced along with two Northeastern States cities Aizawl (Mizoram) and Gangtok ().

. The government has proposed a total investment of US$ 8,908 million for the development of these 30 cities, of which US$ 7,276 million will be for core infrastructure and US$ 1,632 million for technology-based solutions. With this, the total approved investment under the smart city plans of 90 cities sums up to US$ 29,670 million.

. All 30 cities will put in place integrated command and control centres, enabling coordination among various agencies for better service delivery and effective management of scarce resources such as water and power.

. Amongst the 30 cities announced, 26 have proposed affordable housing projects that would benefit the urban poor, 26 cities will be investing in school and hospital projects, 29 will be taking up redesign and redevelopment of roads.

. In January 2018, Itanagar was also included in the list of 100 smart cities by Government of India..

Source: Census Organization of India

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. As per the 2011 census, Arunachal Pradesh has a literacy rate of Literacy rates 65.38%; the male literacy rate stood at 72.60% the female literacy rate at 57.70% Literacy rate 65.38 . There is a proposal to establish 5 degree colleges, 7 new polytechnics & 5 new technical/professional colleges in the state. Male literacy 72.60

. Moreover, the Government plans to setup 2 new model colleges at Female literacy 57.70 Tirap & Longding districts to improve the education sector.

. Arunachal Pradesh has become the first state in the country to Source: Census 2011 launch a web-based educational program for all schools in collaboration with Google Inc. The system aims to bring the power of Central Assistance Released under Mid Day Meal Scheme (US$ the web into the classroom & improve productivity by simplifying the million) teaching process. 2013-14 6.15 . Under state budget 2018-19, education was allocated Rs 1,784.92 crore (US$ 275.71 million). 2014-15 5.12 . As per state budget 2018-19, Rs 100 crore (US$ 15.45 million) is 2015-16 5.02 allocated for CM’s Samast Shiksha Yojana under which district level societies will be created to improve quality of education in the state. 2016-17 5.20

. In March 2017, the state government decided to introduce the 1 2017-18 2.49 concept of smart classes to 264 government run higher secondary & secondary schools. The classes will be for students of 9th & 10th Note: 1 As of September 2017 classes & will use Information & Communication Technology (ICT) to Source: Ministry Of Human Resource Development impart education.

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Higher education infrastructure (2016-17) Major higher educational institutes in Arunachal Pradesh . North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology1, Nirjuli Universities/deemed universities 9 . National Institute of Technology, Engineering colleges* 24 . Jawaharlal Nehru College, Pasighat Polytechnics* 2 . Industrial Training Institute (Roing, Daporijo and West Kameng Medical colleges* 4 district)

Other colleges* 8 . College of Horticulture and Forestry2

Source: Directorate of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, Source: Directorate of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Arunachal Pradesh * 2015-16 1Deemed university, 2 Under the Central Agricultural University

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. To support its huge rural population, Arunachal Pradesh has a three- Health infrastructure in Arunachal Pradesh tier public healthcare infrastructure comprising sub-centres, primary health centres and community health centres. In addition, there are District hospitals 16 district hospitals in most districts. Community health centres 63 . The state government is taking steps to start a medical college at

Naharlagun for which Rs 45 crore (US$ 6.98 million) was allocated in Primary health centres 143

state budget 2017-18. The college is expected to start from Sub-centres 304 academic year 2018-19.

Ayurvedic dispensaries 4 . Under the National Health Mission, Rs 298 crore ( US$ 46.3 million)

was allocated to the state. Homoeopathic hospitals 37

. Under State Budget 2018-19, Rs 1,151.1 crore (US$ 177.80 million) has been allocated for healthcare and Tomo Riba Institute of Health & Medical Sciences (TRIHMS) medical college will be made Health indicators of Arunachal Pradesh operational in 2018-19.

. The Rashtriya Swashth Bima Yojna benefitted nearly 267 families Birth rate (per thousand persons) 18.9 during 2014-15, as each family was aided with nearly US$ 500 Death rate (per thousand persons) 6.2 during the year. Infant mortality rate 36 . In May 2017, women from Pasighat have formed a group known as (per thousand live births) “WASE” (War Against Social Evils), to fight against drug issues, due to growing addiction among youths to opium, brown sugar and Source: Government of Arunachal Pradesh 1 Per thousand persons, 2Per thousand live heroin. WASE members also provide counselling to addicts and their births relatives.

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. Arunachal Pradesh is predominantly a tribal state and hosts many local scheduled tribes. About two thirds of its population belongs to scheduled tribe - from 26 major tribes and more than 100 sub-tribes. The different tribes have their own dialects. These tribes have a rich cultural heritage and follow distinct languages, costumes and festivals. The varied culture of the tribes is reflected in their bamboo, wood and cane handicrafts; carpets; traditional ornaments and paintings.

. Major festivals observed in the state are Mopin, Solung, Nyokum, Lossar, Si-Donyi, Boori-boot, Dree, Reh, Sipong Yong, Chalo-loku and Kshyatsowai. The key tourist destinations are Parasuram Kund (Lohit), the Namdapha National Park (), the and Jawaharlal Nehru State Museum (Itanagar), the (Tawang) and the Sela Lake (Bomdila).

. Trekking, river rafting, archery, mountaineering, fishing and angling are the prominent sports in Arunachal Pradesh. Sports infrastructure available in the state includes the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Naharlagun, Nyikum Niya Indoor Stadium in Nirjuli and Nehru Stadium in . Under budget 2017-18, an amount of US$ 75 million would be provided for the development of a convention centre at Itanagar, out door stadium at Pasighat and for various youth activities. Moreover, US$ 15 million has been allocated for the construction of viewing gallery and artificial turf at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium and US$ 300 million for the creation of 3-4 sub centres to enhance adventure tourism.

. In March 2017, the state government hosted Octave 2017, a 3-day folk dance show festival at Shilapramam, where 166 artistes from Sikkim, Tripura, Mizoram, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Assam & Meghalaya are expected to perform.

Approved Projects Under Annual Plan 2016-17

Project name Outlay amount (US$ ‘000)

Self defence training for girls in martial arts approved for 244 government schools 34.30

Kala Utsav : Performing arts (dance, music and theatre) 9.37

Source: State Budget 2015-16, 2016-17

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Cultural Infrastructure Projects at Priority for NEC1 Annual Plan 2015-16

Project name Amount (US$ million)

Multi purpose community hall cum indoor stadium at ADC headquarter, Nyapin of Kurun-Kumey District 0.46

Cultural Centre at Solung-Mopin Ground, Itanagar 0.83

Auditorium cum badfminton hall at Brum Village, Naharlagun 0.62

Football stadium at Sakiang under Papum Pare district 0.62

Football stadium at Mai, Lower Subansisri district 0.62

General stadium at Palin, 0.62

Multipurpose utility stadium at Parsi-Parlo 0.62

Multipurpose stadium at Parsi-Parlo 0.62

Football stadum at Mebo, East Siang Distrcit 0.62

Multipurpose auditorium cum badminton hall at Noksa, 0.62

Multipurpose auditorium cum badminton hall at radum Village, Subansiri district 0.62

Stadium in 0.62

Football stadium at 0.62

Source: Department of Planning, Itanagar 1 NEC: North Eastern Council

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. Arunachal Pradesh has 12 industrial estates located in different Notified industrial estates districts and spread over a total area of 51.9 hectare. These industrial estates have been developed in land-areas ranging from Location District Area (sq m) 4,540 to 202,342.8 square metres, with the primary objective of growth and development of small scale industries. Deomali Tirap 18,360

. Moreover, in order to attract more investments the government is Khonsa Tirap 4,540 providing financial assistance and monitoring to food processing Pasighat East Siang 80,080 units under scheme for Technology Up gradation / Establishment / Modernization, given the companies satisfy the some eligibility Tawang Tawang 28,665 criteria. Tippi West Kameng 27,961.32

. Announcements under state budget 2018-19: Wanghoo West Kameng 60,705

• Industrial Policy 2018 to be launched to provide incentives for Naharlagun Papumpare 32,376 new investments Chandranagar Papumpare 16,188 • A mega food park will be established by Government of India in Namsai Lohit 16,188 Banderdewa

Changlang Town Changlang 11,372 Khachang Changlang 20,025

Bam West Siang 202,325

Source: Department of Industries, Government of Arunachal Pradesh

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. The central government launched "Look East Policy" which has Notified integrated infrastructure development centres helped in development of infrastructure for industries and trade. In July 2015, Government of Arunachal Pradesh has announced to set- Location District up a 12,000 MW hydroelectric plant in the state. Government has also targeted to include 42 hydroelectric projects with an estimated Deomali Tirap capacity of 27,000 MW in the coming years. Tippi West Kameng . For the development of infrastructure of Arunachal and other north Dirang West Kameng east states, Non-Lapsable Central Pool of Resources (NLCPR) releases funds for various projects. Iduli Dibang Valley

. During FY’17 two project were sanctioned under the state of Balinong Changlang Arunachal Pradesh under the NLCPR Scheme, worth US$ 7.88 million. Notified industrial areas NLCPR sanctioned projects and approved costs for Arunachal Pradesh Location District Bhalukpong West Kameng Sanctioned Projects (Nos.) Approved Costs (US$ Million) Roing Dibang Valley 80 59.03 Tezu Lohit 60 Banderdewn Papumpare 40 24.15 24 20 9 8 10.76 7.88 1 2.21 2 0 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17

Source: Department of Industries, Government of Arunachal Pradesh; Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, Government of India; NLCPR - Non-Lapsable Central Pool of Resources (NLCPR)

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. The state government has set up District Industries Centres (DICs) across districts. These DICs play a vital role in industrial development by providing services to entrepreneurs that include identification of suitable schemes; preparation of project reports; arrangement for providing required plant, machinery and raw-materials; assistance in availing incentives and facilities provided by both central and state governments; and liaison with all development departments and financial institutions to provide assistance to prospective entrepreneurs. In addition, as of April 2015, there were 6 industrial training institutes (ITIs) in Arunachal Pradesh. Out of these, five are run by the Government and one ITI is privately controlled.

. Based on the availability of resources, the state has identified thrust areas for industrial development:

• Industries based on agricultural, horticultural and plantation produce.

• Industries based on non-timber forest produce such as bamboo, cane (rattan), medicinal plants/herbs, aromatic grass, tea and coffee.

• Industries based on locally available raw-materials, except timber.

• Textiles (handlooms and power-looms), handicrafts and sericulture.

• Electronics and IT-based enterprises.

• Mineral-based industries (such as ferro-alloys, cement, etc.).

• Facilitation and development of industrial infrastructure, including power and communications, under public private partnership.

• Food processing industries and engineering and allied industries (rolling mill, steel mill, etc.); and tourism

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. A skill university is being set up on public private partnership basis. The first phase of the university will start operation is FY18. Three employability centers will also be opened by the state government.

. The state plans to train 9,000 youth in FY18, under the ‘Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana’.

. During the financial year 2015-16, creation of 12,300 job opportunities was targeted. However, nearly 15,000 youth were employed during the year, exceeding the set target by a huge margin.

. The Chief Minister's Skill Development Programme helped in improving employability of educated unemployed youth in the state. Its main objective is to provide 100,000 jobs for unemployed youths during the 12th Five Year Plan. Under this initiative, Job Mela-cum-Skill Development Interview Rally is being organised at regular intervals. Till May 2015, more than 61,500 youths have been employed or self employed.

. Furthermore, the state government has announced that a minimum of 10% of the funds allocated to the MLA local area development scheme will be used to train unemployed youths. This will help them acquire the necessary skills for taking up self-employment activities or for enhancing their employability.

. Other schemes that have helped in employment generation include: National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA), Prime Minister's Rozgar Yojana (PMRY), Rural Employment Generation Programme (REGP), Scheme for Working Women Hostels, Swarnjayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana (SGSY) and Training of Rural Youth for Self-Employment (TRYSEM).

Source: Government of Arunachal Pradesh, State Budget 2015-16

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. The resources, policy incentives & climate in state support . The Department of Industries, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, is investments in mining & mineral products (including cement), tissue responsible for promoting industrial activities in the state to provide culture & floriculture, plantation crops (tea, rubber, etc.) & agro- employment opportunities to the rural and urban people. based industries. . The DICs also help the local entrepreneurs in identifying suitable . North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd is engaged in schemes, preparing feasibility reports, arranging supply of tools and catalysing industrial growth of the Northeastern states (including equipment, providing credit facilities, etc. Arunachal Pradesh) by providing counselling, timely advice & assistance for building quality enterprises. Key industries in Arunachal Pradesh . The central government also approved the North East Industrial and . Art and crafts Investment Promotion Policy (NEIIPP), 2007. The policy provides several incentives: incentive on business expansion, 100% excise . Weaving duty & income tax exemption, capital investment subsidy, interest . Cane and bamboo subsidy and insurance premium reimbursement. . Carpet weaving . The Department of Industries has set up District Industries Centres (DICs) & Sub-District Industries Centres (Sub-DICs) for the industrial . Wood carving development of small scale, tiny & village industries. . Ornaments

. Tourism

. Horticulture

. Saw mills and plywood

. Power

. Mineral-based industry

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. On account of its hilly terrain and abundant rivers, Arunachal . For the installation of 40,000 MWp grid connected solar rooftop Pradesh is estimated to have hydropower potential of 60,000 MW system in the country by 2022, the target allocated for the state is 50 (through mega projects). MWp. Four of the biggest projects under construction include the 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower, 600 MW Kameng, 110 MW Pare . Key regions for tapping hydropower include Dibang, Tawang, hydroelectric project. The 1,750 MW Demwa Lower hydroelectric Subansiri Upper, Subansiri Middle, Kameng and Lohit. The project is expected to be commissioned by early 2019. Government has invited domestic power companies in the region to develop hydropower plants. . A 2x30 KW Ashapani micro hydel project has been commissioned in of the state, with an objective of electrification of . Government of India has sanctioned 16 new renewable energy circle and its adjoining villages. Moreover, the projects in the state worth Rs 426.51 crore (US$ 66.20 million). department has been working on a 2*100 KW hydel Kachopani . The Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) granted pre- project, expected to be completed by December. construction scoping clearances to over 50 projects under the EIA . The Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) granted pre- notification 2006. Final environmental clearance has been awarded construction scoping clearances to over 50 projects under the EIA to 13 projects. These projects are expected to be operational by notification 2006. Final environmental clearance has been awarded 2019. to 13 projects. These projects are expected to be operational by . As per Budget 2018-19, 600 MW Kameng Hydel Project and 110 2019. MW Pare Hydel Project will be commissioned during the year. Some of the key players

. NTPC Ltd

. NHPC Ltd

. North Eastern Electric Power Corporation (NEEPCO)

. Bhilwara Energy Ltd

Source: Central Electricity Authority

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. NTPC Ltd is a Maharatana Public Sector Unit (PSU) engaged in thermal power production. The company is among the leading thermal power generator. It has also diversified into hydropower, coal mining, power equipment manufacturing, oil & gas exploration, power trading & distribution.

. NTPC plans to set up a hydropower project of around 9,500 MW in Upper , Arunachal Pradesh. The company’s revenues stood at US$12.89 billion in 2016-17 and in the 1st quarter of the 2017-18 total income of the NTPC Ltd company stood at US$ 3.05 billion.

. NHPC Limited (formerly known as National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Limited) is a public sector major in hydroelectric power generation. The company signed an MoU with the state to invest US$ 4.5 billion during the 12th Plan period and already has four ongoing projects with an installed capacity of 6,400 MW. Two are located in

the , one in the Dibang district and one in Subansiri Lower district. In 2016-17, the company reported revenues of US$13.54 billion and in the 1st quarter of 2017-18 total revenues generated were US$ NHPC Ltd 357.01 million

. North Eastern Electric Power Corporation (NEEPCO) is a central PSU engaged in power generation in the Northeastern region. It is one of the oldest power generating companies and controls 55.0% of the region’s installed capacity. The company completed the prestigious 405 MW Ranganadi project in Arunachal Pradesh. North Eastern Electric NEEPCO is developing two projects in the state: Pare hydroelectric project (110 MW) and Kameng hydroelectric Power Corp (NEEPCO) project (600 MW). The company earned a total revenue of US$ 222.8 million in 2016-17.

. Jindal Power Limited (JPL), a subsidiary of Jindal Steel & Power Ltd, has major presence in power generation and has set up several mega power projects in the country. In 2015-16, the company reported revenues of US$2.81 billion. In 2016-17, the company reported revenues of US$ 2.38 billion Jindal Power

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Hydro power projects in the North East , December 2017

Central sector Private State/unallocated

Installed capacity (MW) Installed capacity (MW) Installed capacity (MW) Total installed capacity (MW)

Arunachal Pradesh 168.97 4.39 104.61 277.96

Assam 1,045.81 39.71 418.46 1503.98

Manipur 191.90 1.31 41.45 234.66

Meghalaya 205.28 0.06 353.03 558.37

Mizoram 155.35 0.20 41.47 197.02

Nagaland 123.70 0.00 30.67 154.37

Tripura 536.73 5.00 185.51 727.24

Central - - - - 265.88 Unallocated

Total 2693.62 50.67 1175.20 3919.48

Source: Central Electricity Authority

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. Arunachal State Mineral Policy, 2014 has been prepared on the basis of the objectives of the National Mineral Policy, 2008. Creation of Arunachal Mineral Development Fund shall be in accordance with this policy for its utilisation towards mineral exploration and development of mining activities in the state. . During 2017-18 (up to December 2017), the total production of crude petroleum in the state stood at 37 thousand tonnes. The state also produced 9 mcm of natural gas, during the same period. . During the year 2016-17 total value of mineral production in the state stood at US$ 18.19 million and reached Rs 74.69 crore (US$ 11.52 million) in 2017-18 (up to December 2017).

Source: Maps of India Reserves/resources of minerals in Arunachal Pradesh

. Arunachal Pradesh has considerable mineral reserves & preliminary studies have highlighted economic mineral deposits in considerable Ore/mineral Reserves (million tonnes) quantity. Coal 86.5 . The state has reserves/resources of coal in Namchik Namphuk Dolomite 78.3 Coalfields; dolomite in ; fuller's earth in Tirap district; graphite in Lohit, Upper Siang and Upper Subansiri districts; Limestone 482.79 and limestone in Dibang Valley, Lohit, Upper Siang and Upper Graphite 72.75 Subansiri districts. Fuller's earth 20.01 . Production of raw coal in the state increased from 79,000 tonnes in 2007-08 to 189,400 tonnes in 2014-15. Quartzite 5.27

Source: Indian Bureau of Mines

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. Agriculture is the mainstay of the economy of Arunachal Pradesh. It . Under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana, Rs 40.51 crore (US$ 6.29 is mainly depended on 'jhum' cultivation. The state’s agriculture and million) was allocated to the state during 2017-18. allied sectors have growth rates that are three times the national . In April 2017, the Arunachal Pradesh government launched the average. ‘State Organic Mission’ to make the state an organic farming hub. . Major agro and forest based industries in the state are related to tea, The North Eastern region of the country has 1.67 million hectares of fruit, non-timber and plywood industries. Around two-thirds of the area under shifting cultivation, where no inorganic input has ever state’s population is dependent on climate sensitive natural been used. resources such as agriculture, forest, biodiversity and water . Announcements for the sector under state budget 2018-19: availability. • National Agriculture Market (E-NAM) portal to be made effectively . The state government’s New Agricultural Policy 2001 aims to functional achieve higher economic growth and create job opportunities for the unemployed in rural areas. The state government is focusing on • The government will create a digital database of all the farmers improving farmer income through higher productivity, use of suitable which will include the size of land holding, crop sown and their farm techniques, upgrading technical competency, marketing support credit information and availability of a cooperative credit network. • Rs 70 crore (US$ 10.81 million) allocated for CM’s Sashakt Kisan . Non-timber based industries include bamboo, cane, rubber and Yojana. Under the scheme agriculture development society will medicinal plants. be created for flexible resource base at district level.

. The industry is characterised by many regional players; several units • Rs 40 crore (US$ 6.18 million) allocated for CM’s Krishi Samuh have been set up by the Arunachal Pradesh Forest Corporation Yojana. 50 farmers producers organisations will be established (APFC), a government organisation. across the state under this scheme.

. Horticulture has a vast potential, owing to good agro-climatic conditions and topography, for the development of varied varieties of fruits and vegetables.

Source: Arunachal Pradesh State Portal

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. Tourism has grown rapidly in the recent years with eco and Tourists Arrivals in Arunachal Pradesh (in ‘000s) adventure tourism, cultural tourism and religious tourism being the major areas of interest. Major sports of interest to travellers include angling, boating, rafting, trekking and hiking. 500 400 . Arunachal Pradesh is an “Orchid Paradise”, accounting for 601 414 species of orchids, or 52 per cent of the species known in India. 300 345 322 Various orchid centres are situated in Itanagar, Tipi, Sessa, Dirang, 200 Jengging, Roing, which have a good germ-plasm collection of nearly 243 199 186 400 species of orchids as well as hybrids. An orchid research centre 100 152 143 136 has been established at Tipi to promote orchid conservation, 0 research and development. FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17E . Popular tourist attractions include Tawang (a town with a Buddhist monastery) at 3,000 m elevation, Ziro (which holds cultural festivals), . The inception of railways in the state is expected to boost tourist Basar, the Namdapha tiger project in and Sela arrivals. lake near Bomdila with its bamboo bridges overhanging the river. . Announcements in state budget 2018-19: Under the ‘Chief Minister’s Paryatan Vikaas Yojana’, a project has been launched to provide subsidised tourist cabs to educated • Eco-Tourism Society to be developed for promotion of eco- unemployed youth across districts. For this, a provision of US$ 0.56 tourism million was made during 2014-15. In 2015-16 the state received • Rs 10 crore (US$ 1.54 million) allocated for developing 345,000 tourists which is estimated to have grown by 20% in 2016- infrastructure for promotion of spiritual tourism. 17 to 414,000. • Viability gap funding to be provided to tourism projects with a . Under the Swadesh Darshan scheme, for the development of capital subsidy of 20 per cent of project cost of up to Rs 1 crore adventure tourism in the state, US$ 4.56 million was sanctioned by (US$ 0.015 million). the state government, during 2016-17.

Source: Ministry of Tourism, Government of India

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. Textile is a grass-roots industry in Arunachal Pradesh and provides employment, mainly to women. Most of the units are home-based and have a small scale of operations.

. The state boasts of an enriching array of unique and appealing handloom designs from each of its tribes. The products include skirts (gale), shirts (galuk), cotton shawls, side bags, and curtain cloth.

. Carpet making is one of the important occupations in the districts of Tawang, West Kameng, Changlang and Upper Siang. The state’s carpets have received national and international repute due to their quality. The carpet weaving industry is promoted through the Government craft centre.

. Carpets are woven with varied colours, designs (geometric, dragon, floral) and shapes. The other main products of the industry in the state are wall hangings, cushion pads, telephone pads, floor coverings, etc. With increase in demand, carpets have become a major item of trade as well as a major occupation for women folks of the state.

. In 2016-17, the state produced 45 metric tonnes of raw silk.

. Under NERTPS (North East Region Textile Promotion Scheme) programme, in-situ conservation is being done for muga as well as other species of wild silk moth in the state.

. Under the ‘North East Region Textile Promotion Scheme’, 24 sericulture projects are being implemented in for holistic development of sericulture in the state. The projects have been approved for implementation from FY15-19 with a cost of Rs 920.78 crore (US$ 127.4 million).

Source: Department of Textile & Handicraft(s), Arunachal Pradesh Central Silk Board, Ministry of Textiles – Government of India

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S No List of approvals and clearances required Concerned department of state

1 Incorporation of company/partnership firm/co-operatives Registrar of Companies

2 Registration, Industrial Entrepreneurs Memorandum (IEM), industrial licenses Department of Industries 3 Permission for land use

Arunachal Pradesh Industrial Development and Financial 4 Allotment of land Corporation Limited/ Department of Industries

5 Site environmental approvals Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India; Arunachal Pradesh State Pollution Control Board 6 No-objection certificate and consent under Water and Pollution Control Act (APSPCB)

7 Registration under State’s Sales Tax Act and Central and State Excise Act Department of Tax and Excise, Government of Arunachal Pradesh 8 Commercial taxes

9 Sanction of power

10 Power feasibility Department of Power, Arunachal Pradesh

11 Power connection

12 Approval for construction activity and building plan Respective District Municipality

13 Water and sewerage clearance Department of Public Health Engineering 14 Water connection

Source: Government of Arunachal Pradesh

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Agency Description

. The Department of Industries is the main executive and regulatory agency functioning under the state government. It oversees and monitors the overall industrial development activities in the state. . The department is engaged in various activities such as: • Formulating Industrial Policy and setting up of industrial estates/growth centres/ district Department of Industries industries centres. • Registering and regulating industries. • Providing financial assistance to small scale and other industries. • Distributing scarce and indigenous raw-materials to different industrial units. • Apprenticeship Training Programmes through ITIs and other industrial development related activities. . Incorporated under the Companies Act, 1956, in August 1978. . To promote and set up finance industries in Arunachal Pradesh. Arunachal Pradesh Industrial Development . For industrial development in Arunachal Pradesh, the infrastructure facilities that are being handled and Financial Corporation Limited (APIDFC) by the Department of Industries of the state are expected to be handed over to APIDFC. Implement schemes of assistance of National Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation Limited (NSFDC).

. Established in the year 1996, the State Government Agency, Arunachal Pradesh Energy Development Agency (APEDA) is registered under the Societies Registration Act 1860. Arunachal Pradesh Energy Development . State Designated Agency (SDA) for implementation and enforcement of the Energy Conservation Agency (APEDA) Act, 2001, in coordination with the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), Ministry of Power, Government of India. . Also the state nodal agency for projects connected with Clean Development Mechanism (CDM).

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Agency Description

. NEDFi is promoted by leading public financial institutions: Industrial Development Bank of India (IDBI), State Bank of India (SBI), Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI), Industrial Finance Corporation of India (IFCI), Industrial Credit and Infrastructure Corporation of India (ICICI), Specified undertakings of Unit Trust of India (SUUTI), General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC) and its subsidiaries. Incorporated in August North Eastern Development Finance 1995, NEDFi is headquartered in Guwahati, Assam, and works under the administrative control of Corporation Limited (NEDFi) the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Government of India.

. It services micro, small, medium and large enterprises through facilities such as project and equipment finance, working capital finance, schemes for development of entrepreneurial skills and market development for products from the Northeast.

. North Eastern Handicrafts and Handloom Development Corporation (NEHHDC), is under the control of Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Government of India. . Established in 1977, the corporation develops and promotes the region’s indigenous crafts by connecting various craftsmen of the region and creates different opportunities. North Eastern Handicrafts and Handloom . Improves the accessibility of various goods by establishing and promoting sales centers in the Development Corporation (NEHHDC) region. . Facilitates provision of technical, financial and other related guidance for various craftsmen, weavers, etc. . To upgrade traditional skills by providing proper training.

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Agency Contact information

Government of Arunachal Pradesh Udyog Sadan, ltanagar - 791111 Department of Industries Phone: 91-360-2212 323/ 2214 456 Fax: 91-360-2211 569 E-mail: [email protected]

Arunachal Pradesh Industrial Development C Sector, Near Petrol Pump and Financial Corporation Limited Itanagar - 791111 (APIDFC) Phone: + 91-360-2211 763, 2212 012

Urja Bhawan Post Box No 124, Arunachal Pradesh Energy Development Itanagar - 791111 Agency (APEDA) Arunachal Pradesh Phone: 91-360-2211 160, 2217870 E-mail: [email protected]

NH-52A, Main Road, E-Sector, North Eastern Development Finance Itanagar - 791111, Corporation Ltd (NEDFi) Arunachal Pradesh Phone/Fax: 91-360-2217 694

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Cost parameter Cost estimate Source

Hotel costs (per room per night) US$ 8 to US$ 75 State Tourism website

Commercial: US 6.0 cents to US 8.5 cents Department of Power, Government of Arunachal Power cost (per kWh) Industrial: US 7.5 cents to US 9.0 cents Pradesh

Labour cost (agriculture) Unskilled: US$ 4.7 to US$ 5.29 Ministry of Labour and Employment, (minimum wages per day) Skilled: US$ 5.30 to US$ 6.28 Government of India

Water (per 1,000 litres) Commercial and industrial: US 20 cents Industry sources

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Objectives

. Leverage State and Central Government funds to support private investment. Public Private Partnership Policy 2011 . Prepare a shelf of projects to be offered for PPP and take them forward with the assistance of the owner departments through a transparent selection process. Read more

State Industrial Policy . Facilitate and promote growth of the industry, employment and investment in the state. 2008 . To attract investments from domestic and foreign companies. Read more

. Harness hydropower potential of the state in a manner that is consistent with the provisions of the Electricity Act, 2003, and the National Electricity Policy and other policies formulated in the Act.

Hydro Power Policy 2008 . Accelerate the speed of hydropower development through participation of both the central public sector undertakings and private power developers, and also by formulating public private partnerships.

. Help creation of social and development infrastructure through hydropower development. Read more

Small Hydro Power . Facilitate and promote growth of small hydropower plants through private participation, thereby increasing (SHP) Policy 2007 employment opportunities in the state. Read more

North East Industrial and . Promote the Northeast as an attractive investment region through concessions and incentives promoting growth in Investment Promotion the region. Policy (NEIIPP) 2007 Read more

. To promote advancement and high economic growth in the state and provide various job opportunities to the Agriculture Policy 2001 unemployed in rural regions by the means of agriculture as well as allied sectors. . To deal with various problems related with agriculture and provide some effective ways to repair them. Read more

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Exchange rates (Fiscal Year)

Year INR equivalent of one US$

2004-05 44.81

2005-06 44.14

2006-07 45.14

2007-08 40.27

2008-09 46.14

2009-10 47.42

2010-11 45.62

2011-12 46.88

2012-13 54.31

2013-14 60.28

2014-15 60.28

2015-16 65.46

2016-17 64.43

Q1 2017-18 64.46

Q2 2017-18 64.29

Q3 2017-18 64.74

Source: Reserve Bank of India

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