CM presents State's case to Delhi
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, November 12 2018:
Chief Minister N Biren Singh met the Union Finance Minister and senior Ministry officials today and held detailed discussions on various issues concerning the State's finances.
In the meeting, the Chief Minister apprised the Ministry of the State's financial position and health.
The meeting was positive with the Finance Minister expressing understanding of the State's concerns.
Yesterday, the Chief Minister met officials of the PMO and discussed about the developmental needs of the State and the priorities being accorded to various sectors.
PMO officials expressed satisfaction on the speedy progress achieved against time bound targets of important projects.
During the discussions, the Chief Minister requested the Finance Minister and PMO for assistance in taking up more Ima Markets, Thoubal Project, State Guest House, Loktak Livelihood Mission and some other important projects.
An amount of about Rs 2600 crore has been recommended for taking up drinking water schemes in the State by the Water Resource Ministry, Ministry of External Affairs, MHA, Ministry of Urban Development and Poverty Alleviation and NITI Ayog.
The Finance Minister assured of quick action for recommending assistance from the New Development Bank.