Visiting Ima Market in Imphal was External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar on Sunday. From November 26 to 28, Jaishankar will be in Manipur.
The central government is working to improve connectivity and infrastructure in the Northeast, Dr S Jaishankar said earlier on Saturday. “Assured that we are working to improve connectivity within the Northeast and to the wider world; and to expand the Northeast’s access to global markets and the workforce.” Jaishankar tweeted, stressing the importance of improving connectivity in the Northeast as a gateway to the wider world.
A program was held at Classic Grande in Imphal on Saturday evening for Jaishankar, who is visiting the capital of Manipur.
“Delighted to interact with the business community in Imphal this afternoon. The Modi Government gives utmost priority to the development of the North East, including Manipur, as reflected in both resources and attention.”
“Our upcoming G20 presidency will showcase Northeast to the world, with attendant tourism benefits,” Jaishankar told the audience at the interactive session hosted by the Ministry of External Affairs and the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII).
