The Union Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region Dr Jitendra Singh today announced setting up of an exclusive North-Eastern Tourism Development Council for promoting tourism industry in the north eastern region of India.
The council is a first of its kind in the country for ensuring regional development. It will be based on Public Private Partnership model. A ‘Venture Fund’ as initial capital assistance for young entrepreneurs or start-ups who wish to launch a new venture in the North-Eastern region has also been set up.