Th Shyamkumar announces development packages for Andro AC
Source: The Sangai Express / DIPR
Imphal, April 25 2018:
Forest and Environment Minister Thounabjam Shyamkumar today announced that the Government of India has released a total amount of Rs 9 crore under the Schedule Caste fund for Andro, Sekmai and LeimaramofBishnupurdislrict for dairy farming.
Speaking as the chief guest at the inauguration of the Torongthel Community Hall in Andro Khunou, Andro AC, Th Shyamkumar further said he has sought funds from the Ministry under the Schedule Caste sub plan for the piggery farming in the Andro AC.
Highlighting the development in the education sector, he said that the Government of India has released Rs 4.75 crore for the development of Andro High School.
For further improvement in the field of education, Centre has granted Rs 25 crore for the establishment of model residential school in Andro AC, he said.
Speaking about the various Central projects undertaken in the constituency, Minister Shyamkumar said that a dam is under construction at Nungkot, Andro under the Central funding of Rs 13 crore.
Likewise, Centre has also allocated Rs 7 crore for the development of the Andro Santhei Natural Park to boost tourism in the area.
Raising concern over the depleting forest covers at various places, the Forest and Environment Minister said he is planing to undertake tree plantation drive in the constituency during the upcoming 'Go to the Village' mission, an initiative under the leadership of Chief Minister N Biren Singh.
Appealing the citizens to build up a society where there is no difference between the hills and the valley and division between communities, Th Shyamkumar said the State Government is determined and committed for the welfare of every sections of the society.
The Minister further appealed the citizen of the Torongthel, Andro Khunou to maintain patience and assured that the Government will take up various developmental works in the area.
Assuring the people of Torongthel that black topping of roads will be done within next 2 months, he asked for cooperation from every sections of the society.