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Centre releases ₹799 cr as part of MHA's copter subsidy scheme for NE

The New Indian Express

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November 03, 2024

As part of the Centre's helicopter subsidy scheme for the northeastern region, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has released ₹798.95 crore to different states for the financial years between 2016 and 2024, officials said on Saturday.

- Mukesh Ranjan

The scheme was launched to boost connectivity to remote areas of the northeastern states including Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura, Mizoram and Manipur, to meet emergency evacuation needs.

The scheme further aims to provide affordable passenger transport in the region, particularly for evacuation during natural calamities and urgent medical evacuation.

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