Northeast is the heart and soul of the country: Vice President

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday said that the Northeast is the heart and soul of the country. Addressing a private event in New Delhi, Dhankhar emphasized that the Northeast is not just a geographic region but a vibrant tapestry of cultures, traditions, and natural beauty that embodies the essence of India. The Vice-President said, the region’s rich spiritual and natural heritage and expressed his admiration for its vibrant culture, exquisite cuisine, and the energy of its people. Dhankhar said, it was in the 90s that former PM Narasimha Rao focused on the North East and the Look East policy was initiated. It was given further vigour by the then prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee when he had a separate Department, and then a Ministry, for the region.Prime Minister Modi took it to the next level, with Look East becoming Act East.This has resulted in phenomenal growth! There has been focused attention on connectivity.

The North East is a natural heaven for tourists!

Tourism by itself can drive the economic engine of a region. It has that potential which, if realised, can change the entire landscape.

It can generate employment exponentially.

Further, when a tourist comes to a place, the… pic.twitter.com/fZXBElATKZ

— Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) October 5, 2024

Dhankhar also highlighted the recent recognition of Assamese as one of the classical languages. He said that this designation carries a positive ripple effect, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and diversity of the nation. Speaking about the media, Vice-President Dhankhar urged them to be ambassadors of the Northeast and to champion the region’s potential in tourism and development.