Arunachal Pradesh State Report July 2017

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ARUNACHAL PRADESH
LAND OF THE RISING SUN

Table of Content
Executive Summary……………….….…….3
Advantage India…………………..….……..4
Arunachal Pradesh – An Introduction……..5
Infrastructure Status……….…….…..…….14
Employment Opportunities…………...……27
Major Industries in Arunachal Pradesh......28
State Acts & Policies…….……….......……42

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
 India’s pent-up demand for electricity could be addressed by the state’s potential 60,000 MW hydropower
capacity. As of June 2017, the installed hydropower capacity in the state stood at 97.45 MW.
Largest hydropower
potential in India
Source: Ministry of Textile, Government of India, Central Electricity Authority, Arunachal Pradesh State Government, State Budget 2015-16
 The 23 km Harmuti (Assam) to Naharlagun route became operational in April 2014. In October 2014, the
Union Railway Ministry approved the proposal to connect New Delhi with Naharlagun, 15 km away from
Itanagar, with a bi-weekly Rajdhani Express. The project is expected to be operational by April 2018.
Upcoming Railway
 The state’s textile industry, including carpet making, enjoys a huge appeal. The state’s carpets have received
national & international fame for their creativity, design and quality.
Carpet making
 Arunachal Pradesh, with an area of 83,743 sq km, is the largest state in the Northeast of India. Its diverse
topography offers opportunities for non-timber based industries such as bamboo, cane and medicinal plants.
Largest state in
Northeast
 For the development of infrastructure in Arunachal Pradesh & other North East States, Non-Lapsable Central
Pool of Resources (NLCPR) releases funds for various projects. In the NLCPR Annual Plan 2016-17, 24
projects in Arunachal Pradesh worth Rs 417.34 crore (US$ 64.78 million) were prioritised.
NLCPR Projects in
Arunachal Pradesh

ADVANTAGE ARUNACHAL PRADESH
High Economic Growth
 The GSDP increased at a compound annual growth rate
(CAGR) of 13.34 % between 2005-06 and 2015-16. The
state has considerable mineral reserves that offer huge
potential.
 Due to its topography, the state has varied agro-
climatic conditions suitable for horticulture of flowers
and aromatic and medicinal plants.
Huge Hydropower Potential
 The hilly terrain & abundant rivers make the state a
potential powerhouse of the Northeast.
 As of June 2017, Arunachal Pradesh had a total
installed power generation capacity of 273.84 MW.
Hydro energy (97.45 MW) accounted for around 35.58
percent of this capacity.
 The Department of Hydropower Development,
Arunachal Pradesh, is wholly entrusted with the design,
construction, operation & maintenance of hydropower
projects in the state.
International Trade Opportunities
 The state’s location provides opportunities for
international trade with South Asian countries such as
Myanmar, Bhutan and China.
 Textiles and handicrafts from the state are in demand
in neighbouring countries.
 As of March 2015, value exports of all commodities
from the state were valued at US$ 6.48 million.
Policy and Fiscal Incentives
 The state and central governments offer huge fiscal &
policy incentives for the development of important
sectors.
 In Facilitate & promote growth of the industry,
employment & investment in the state has introduced
State Industrial Policy 2008.
June 2017
Hydropower
generation
installed
capacity:
97.45 MW
Pipeline
100+
projects
having a
generation
capacity of
47,000 MW
for next ten
years
Advantage
Arunachal
Pradesh
Source: Central Electricity Authority, Arunachal Pradesh State Government, CSO

ARUNACHAL PRADESH FACT FILE
Source: Government of Arunachal Pradesh website, Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, Census 2011
Parameters Arunachal Pradesh
Capital Itanagar
Geographical area (sq km) 83,743
Administrative districts (No) 17
Population density (persons per sq km) 17
Total population (million) 1.47
Male population (million) 0.71
Female population (million) 0.67
Sex ratio (females per 1,000 males) 938
Literacy rate (per cent) 65.38
 Located in the Northeast of India, Arunachal Pradesh is the largest of
the 7 sister states. It shares borders with the neighbouring countries
of Bhutan in the west, China (Tibet) in the north & northeast &
Myanmar in the east and southeast. The Indian states of Assam &
Nagaland border it in the south.
 The most commonly spoken languages are Assamese, Bengali &
Hindi. English is the official language & primary medium of education
in schools.
 Itanagar, Naharlagun, Tawang, Rupa, Bomdila, Bhalukpong, Seppa,
Ziro & Daporijo are some of the major towns in the state.
 The land is mostly mountainous with the Himalayan ranges running
north-south. The state is divided into 5 river valleys: the Kameng,
the Subansiri, the Siang, the Lohit & the Tirap.
Source: Maps of India

ARUNACHAL PRADESH IN FIGURES … (1/2)
Parameter Arunachal Pradesh All states Source
Economy 2016-17 2016-17
GSDP as a percentage of all states’ GSDP 0.14 100.0
Directorate of Economics & Statistics of Arunachal
Pradesh, Central Statistics Office
GSDP growth rate (%) 12.07 11.70
Per capita GSDP (US$) 2,025.64 1,546
Physical Infrastructure 2016-17 2016-17
Installed power capacity (MW) 273.84 330,273.65 Central Electricity Authority, as of March 2017
Wireless + Wireline subscribers (in million) 12.61 1,194.58
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, as of March
2017
Internet subscribers (in million) 4.75 422.19
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, as of March
2017
National Highway length (km) 2,513.05 100,087.08 NHAI & Road & Building Department
Airports (no) 3
2
125 Airports Authority of India
1 Combined figures for the Northeast states comprising Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura, 2 Non-operational

ARUNACHAL PRADESH IN FIGURES … (2/2)
Parameter Arunachal Pradesh All states Source
Social Indicators
Literacy rate (%) 65.38 73.0 Census 2011
Birth rate (per 1,000 population) 19.3 21.6 SRS Bulletin
Investments
FDI equity inflows (US$ billion) 0.096
1
332.11
Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion, From
April 2000 to March 2017
1 FDI inflows for RBI’s (Reserve Bank of India’s) Guwahati-region, which includes Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura, SRS: Sample
Registration System

ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – GSDP
GSDP of Arunachal Pradesh at current prices (in US$ million) Per capita GSDP (in US$)
 At current prices, the gross state domestic product (GSDP)* of
Arunachal Pradesh was US$ 2.98 billion in 2015-16.
 Arunachal Pradesh’s GSDP increased at a CAGR of 13.34% from
2005-06 to 2015-16. .
 In 2015-16, the state’s per capita GSDP^ at current prices was
US$ 2,153 as compared to US$ 697 in 2005-06.
 The per capita GSDP increased at a CAGR of 11.94% between
2005-06 and 2015-16.
Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics of Arunachal Pradesh, Central Statistics Office GSDP* - Central Statistical Organisation Per Capita GSDP^ - calculated using GSDP million
USD / Population in million
851
910
1,194
1,233
1,576
1,977
2,218
2,176
2,238
2,572
2,978
0
500
1000
1500
2000
2500
3000
3500
2005-06
2006-07
2007-08
2008-09
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
2013-14
2014-15
2015-16
697
728
934
942
1,177
1,442
1,581
1,516
1,523
1,751
2,153
0
500
1000
1500
2000
2500
2005-06
2006-07
2007-08
2008-09
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
2013-14
2014-15
2015-16
CAGR 13.34% CAGR 11.94%

ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – NSDP
NSDP of Arunachal Pradesh at current prices (in US$ million) Per capita NSDP (in US$)
 At current prices, the net state domestic product (NSDP)# of
Arunachal Pradesh was US$ 2.71 billion in 2015-16.
 Arunachal Pradesh’s NSDP at current prices grew at a CAGR of
12.52% between 2005-06 and 2015-16.
 The state’s per capita NSDP^ in 2015-16 was US$ 1,846.06 as
compared to US$ 638 in 2005-06.
 The per capita NSDP increased at an average rate of 11.21%
between 2005-06 and 2015-16.
Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics of Arunachal Pradesh, Central Statistics Office NSDP# - calculated using per capita NSDP x Population in million Per Capita NSDP^ -
Economic and Statistical Organisation, Punjab (ESOPB)
834
834
1,094
1,127
1,142
1,831
2,055
2,015
2,068
2,073
2,714
0
500
1000
1500
2000
2500
3000
2005-06
2006-07
2007-08
2008-09
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
2013-14
2014-15
2015-16
638
667
856
861
1,077
1,335
1,465
1,404
1,408
1,411
1,846
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
1400
1600
1800
2000
2005-06
2006-07
2007-08
2008-09
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
2013-14
2014-15
2015-16
CAGR 12.52% CAGR 11.21%

ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – PERCENTAGE
DISTRIBUTION OF GSVA
 There has been a shift in the sectoral contribution from primary and
secondary to the tertiary sector. The overall performance of the
economy during 2015-16 was buoyant.
 The primary and tertiary sectors continue to dominate the
composition of GSVA of the Northeastern state. In 2015-16, the
primary sector contributed 42.75% to the state’s GSVA at current
prices, followed by the tertary sector with a share of 38.76% & the
secondary sector with a share of 18.49%.
 At a CAGR of 16.07%, the secondary sector has been the fastest
growing sector among the 3 sectors from 2011-12 to 2015-16.
 The tertiary sector expanded at a CAGR of 13.99% between 2011-
12 & 2015-16. Growth has been driven by trade, hotels, real estate,
banking, insurance, transport, communications & other services.
 The primary sector increased at a CAGR of 13.09% between 2011-
12 and 2015-16.
Visakhapatnam port traffic (million tonnes)GSVA composition by sector
44.08% 42.75%
17.19% 18.49%
38.73% 38.76%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
2011-12 2015-16
Primary Sector Secondary Sector Tertiary Sector
13.09%
13.99%
16.07%
CAGR
Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics of Arunachal Pradesh, Central Statistics Office Sector-wise %share of GSVA, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation

ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – AGRICULTURE
PRODUCTION
 The state's economy is largely agrarian, based on the terraced
farming of rice and the cultivation of crops such as maize, millet,
wheat, pulses, sugarcane, ginger, oilseeds, cereals, potato &
pineapple.
 In 2016-17, total production of horticulture crops in the state was
recorded at 422.98 thousand metric tonnes, while the total
production of fruits & production of vegetables in the state stood at
around 311.53 thousand metric tonnes & 33.34 thousand metric
tonnes in 2016-17 respectively.
 The state also produces various food grains including paddy (rice),
cereals, etc. Major cereal crops of the state are rice, wheat, maize &
millet.
 Under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana, Rs 40.51 crore (US$ 6.29
million) was allocated to the state during 2017-18.
Source: NEDFI Databank, Ministry of Agriculture, 2 2014-15
Crop
Annual production – 2016-17
(‘000 metric tonnes)
Flowers 0.08
Fruits 311.53
Vegetables 33.34
Plantation 8.33
Aromatics & medicinal 0.99
Spices 68.70
Honey 0.00

ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – INVESTMENTS AND FDI
INFLOWS
 According to the Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion (DIPP),
FDI inflows1 to the Northeast states totalled to US$ 96 million from
April 2000 to March 2017.
 FDI inflows in northeast states between April 2016 and March 2017
totalled to US$ 2 million.
 Northeast states contributed around 0.03% share to the cumulative
FDI inflows in India during 2016-17.
Visakhapatnam port traffic (million tonnes)FDI equity inflows1, 2008-09 to 2016-17 (US$ million)
Source: Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion 1Including Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura
42
11
8
1
5
0.6
5
10
2
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
2008-09
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
2013-14
2014-15
2015-16
2016-17

ANNUAL BUDGET 2016-17
Source: State Budget 2016-17
For the Financial Year 2016-17, the category-wise breakup of the financial plan for the state of Arunachal is as follows:
Category 2016-17
Health 34.08
Education 69.76
Agriculture 10.98
Horticulture 2
Roads &Buildings 16.89
Sports & Youth 3.39
Industries 2.90
Geology & Mining 0.73
Tourism 9.24
Power 33.17
State annual budget (US$ million)

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – ROADS
Source: NHAI, Arunachaltimes
 Arunachal Pradesh has about 12,169 km of major district roads. The
state government has also allocated US$ 4.98 million for the
reconstruction of the district roads that were not included under the
CC (Cement Concrete) road projects in the budget 2015-16.
 During 2015-16, the Government of Arunachal Pradesh approved an
investment of US$ 331.78 million for the inspection of roads to
different administrative centres. In June 2015, the remaining 3,723
km have been approved for preparation of a detailed project report
that is scheduled to be completed by 2017.
 National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd
(NHIDCL) has taken up 35 road projects, in the state, with a total
length of 1,007.24 km, of which tenders for 32 projects have already
been awarded as of July 15, 2017.
 During 2016-17 (up to November 2016), under Pradhan Mantri
Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), an expenditure of US$ 23.10 million
was allocated by the state government for development of road
works in the state.
 In March 2017, the state completed construction of a new bridge on
the Dhola-Sadiya ghat, which will streamline the traffic scenario,
while connecting the states of Arunachal Pradesh & Assam. It will
also become a point of convenience for various districts located on
higher altitudes
 In May 2017, the government inaugurated the country’s longest 9.15
kms bridge over the Brahmaputra tributary, Lohit, which links Dhola
in Assam & Sadiya in Arunachal Pradesh.
Road infrastructure Road length (km)
National highways (km) 2,513.05
Total 20,137.05
Status under PMGSY (During 2016-17)
Habitations connected 250
Length completed (km) 59.420

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – AIRPORTS AND
RAILWAYS
Source: Airports Authority of India; Department of Civil Aviation, Government of Arunachal Pradesh. North East Frontier Railway (NEFR) ^Non-operational, *Major route State Budget
2015-16, theshilliongtimes
 In February 2015, the Government of Arunachal Pradesh
announced plans to construct 6 new airports in the state. The 1st
airport in Tezu is expected to be operational within the current
financial year 2016-2017.
 The state’s capital, Itanagar, was put on the country's railway map in
April 2014. The state government plans to extend the existing
railway connectivity & connect the Upper Assam areas with
Arunachal Pradesh.
 Railway projects worth Rs 90,000 crore (US$ 13.97 billion) are
going on in the north eastern region of the country. Surveys of seven
new broad-gauge railway lines were started in May 2017.
 As of June 2017, Union Ministry of Railways is readying to build
huge railway infrastructure in the state, beginning with surveying of
3 railway tracks linking Tawang. The projects are estimated to
require investment of around USD7.43 billion to USD10.41 billion.
 As of April 2017, the state government is planning to build a new
commercial airport with night-landing facility at Tezu.
 In April 2017, the government announced its plans to start the
project of 3 strategic lines - North Lakhimpur-Bame-Aalo-Silapathar
(247.85 km), Bhalukpong-Tenga-Tawang (378 km) & Pasighat-
Tezu-Parsuram Kund-Rupai (227 km). Execution of the project
would improve the state’s connectivity to northern & eastern
frontiers. The government has allocated a budget of US$ 875.5
million for this project.
Inter-state helicopter service*Domestic airport^

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – POWER
 In June 2017, Arunachal Pradesh had a total installed power
generation capacity of 273.84 MW. Out of these central utilities
contributed 168.9 MW, private utilities contributed 0.27 MW & state
utilities contributed 168.97 MW.
 Renewable energy in conjunction with hydropower are the major
sources of electricity generation in the state & contributed around
104.87 MW & 97.45 MW to the installed capacity of the state,
respectively.
 In May 2017, UJAAS received a letter of intent from Arunachal
Pradesh Energy Development Agency to design, supply, install, test
and commission a 200kwp-Grid Connected Solar PV Plant at State
Assembly Building in Itanagar.
 Arunachal Pradesh’s environment ministry panel has approved
Nyamjang Chu hydropower project worth US$ 1.06 billion, in the
Tawang region of Arunachal Pradesh. Once built, the plant will
produce 780 MW of electricity.
 Dibang project in Arunachal Pradesh has received the government's
approval for diversion of land. A 3,000 MW hydel project will be
constructed by NHPC (National Hydroelectric Power Corporation),
and is expected to get completed by the end of 2019.
Installed power capacity (MW)
Source: Central Electricity Authority
180.1
201.9
213.3
213.7
249.4
249.4
261.2
257.9
273.8
0.0
50.0
100.0
150.0
200.0
250.0
300.0
2008-09
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
2013-14
2014-15
2015-16
2016-17
Year Revenue (US$ million)
2009-10 15.99
2010-11 19.91
2011-12 17.18
2012-13 15.61
2013-14 15.44
2014-15 19.77
Power industry revenue (US$ million)

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – TELECOM
 According to Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI),
Northeast had a total of 12,491,121 wireless and 120,982 wireline
subscribers as of March 2017.
 By the end of February 2017, 520,390 subscribers had submitted
request for mobile number portability in the Northeast. Moreover,
total tele-density in the Northeast region was recorded to be 89.40%
as of March 2017.
 As of FY17, Vodafone has invested USD327.23 million to expand,
modernize and build a more technologically advanced and energy
efficient network in Assam and North East areas.
 The government has allocated a special package to Arunachal
Pradesh for developing telecommunication system in the state. The
proposal was made during the 2 days meeting of DoT at Guwahati
in February 2017. The project would involve setting up 6,000 towers
across North East India.
Telecom Infrastructure (as of March 2017)
Wireless subscribers
(1)
12,491,121
Wire-line subscribers
(1)
120,982
Internet subscribers (millions)
(2)
4.78
Rural internet subscribers (millions)
(2)
2.22
Urban internet subscribers (millions)
(2)
2.53
Source: Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, India Post, 1 Combined figures for the
Northeast states comprising Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland
and Tripura 2 As on December 2016
Source: Economic Times, The Hindu Businessline, Telecom Regulatory Authority of India
Some of the major telecom operators in Arunachal Pradesh
 Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)
 Bharti Airtel
 Aircel Limited
 Vodafone
 Reliance Communications
 Idea Cellular

DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS: URBAN
INFRASTRUCTURE
 Urban infrastructure projects are developed under the Jawaharlal
Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM). Development
projects related to water supply, solid waste management and urban
transport have been sanctioned under the JNNURM. In addition,
welfare scheme for the urban poor, Integrated Low Cost Sanitation
scheme (ILCS), etc. are operational across the state of Arunachal
Pradesh for conversion of dry latrines into pour flush latrines and
construction of new latrines.
 By the end of 2014, JNNURM cumulatively approved 3 urbanization
projects worth US$ 0.497 million for urban development in Arunachal
Pradesh.
 In April 2017, the state government declared Nirjuli Village-1 in
Papum Pare district as the first digital village of the state. In this
digital village, cashless transactions are to be done through mobile,
even in 'sabji mandis’.
Urban infrastructure projects approved under JNNURM
Project name Amount (US$ million)
752 dwelling units with basic service to
urban poor for Karsingsa, Itanagar
7.49
1
Co and Improvement shelter for urban
poor safai karamchari at Pappu Nallah,
Naharlagaun
0.68
1
BSUP housing scheme for
construction of 144 dwelling units at
Nirjuli, Itanagar
1.93
1
Urban Infrastructure Projects on priority for NEC* Annual Plan
2015-16
Project name Outlay Amount (US$ million)
Shopping complex at Ganga Market,
Itanagar
0.78
1
Source: JNNURM, Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India, Budget 2015-16 of
Arunachal Pradesh
Source: Department of Planning, Itanagar 1 NEC: North Eastern Council

SMART CITY
 In September, 2015, a meeting was held between the ministry of Urban Development & Parliamentary Affairs and the state government for the
establishment of smart city in the state and Itanagar had been selected as a smart city. A amount of US$ 12.11 million would be sanctioned to
Arunachal Pradesh for various projects under Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM) by the central government.
 In June 2017, Pasighat town has been included in the list of 30 smart cities announced along with two Northeastern States cities Aizawl (Mizoram)
and Gangtok (Sikkim).
 The government has proposed a total investment of US$ 8,908 million for the development of these 30 cities, of which US$ 7,276 million will be for
core infrastructure and US$ 1,632 million for technology-based solutions. With this, the total approved investment under the smart city plans of 90
cities sums up to US$ 29,670 million.
 All 30 cities will put in place integrated command and control centres, enabling coordination among various agencies for better service delivery
and effective management of scarce resources such as water and power.
 Amongst the 30 cities announced, 26 have proposed affordable housing projects that would benefit the urban poor, 26 cities will be investing in
school and hospital projects, 29 will be taking up redesign and redevelopment of roads.
 Additionally, 20 more cities including Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, will be contesting for the remaining 10 slots under the Smart City Mission.
Source: Census Organization of India

SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE – EDUCATION … (1/2)
 As per the 2011 census, Arunachal Pradesh has a literacy rate of
65.38 per cent; the male literacy rate stood at 72.60 per cent the
female literacy rate at 57.70 per cent
 There is a proposal to establish 5 degree colleges, 7 new
polytechnics & 5 new technical/professional colleges in the state.
 Moreover, the Government plans to setup 2 new model colleges at
Tirap & Longding districts to improve the education sector.
 Arunachal Pradesh has become the 1st state in the country to launch
a web-based educational program for all schools in collaboration with
Google Inc. The system aims to bring the power of the web into the
classroom & improve productivity by simplifying the teaching
process.
 Under Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, US$ 30 million was released by
Government of India for Arunachal Pradesh, during 2016-17.
 As of March 2017, the state government planned to open an
engineering college in Param Pare district under Rashtriya
Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA) scheme.
 In March 2017, the state government decided to introduce the
concept of smart classes to 264 government run higher secondary &
secondary schools. The classes will be for students of 9th & 10th
classes & will use Information & Communication Technology (ICT) to
impart education.
Literacy rates, 2015-16 (%)
Source: Census 2011
Literacy rate 65.38
Male literacy 72.60
Female literacy 57.70
Central Assistance Released under Mid Day Meal Scheme (US$
million)
Source: Ministry Of Human Resource Development
2013-14 6.15
2014-15 5.12
2015-16 2.95

SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE – EDUCATION … (2/2)
Higher education infrastructure (As of August 2015)
Source: Directorate of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Arunachal Pradesh Source: Directorate of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Arunachal Pradesh
1Deemed university, 2 Under the Central Agricultural University
Universities/deemed universities 3
Engineering colleges 24
Polytechnics 2
Medical colleges 4
Other colleges 8
Major higher educational institutes in Arunachal Pradesh
 North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology1, Nirjuli
 National Institute of Technology, Yupia
 Jawaharlal Nehru College, Pasighat
 Industrial Training Institute (Roing, Daporijo and West Kameng
district)
 College of Horticulture and Forestry2

SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE – HEALTH
 To support its huge rural population, Arunachal Pradesh has a three-
tier public healthcare infrastructure comprising sub-centres, primary
health centres and community health centres. In addition, there are
district hospitals in most districts.
 In budget 2015-16, investment plans of US$ 4.98 million were
announced for Universal Health Insurance Scheme by the
Government of Arunachal Pradesh. The government set aside US$
62.53 million for healthcare for 2016-17.
 The Rashtriya Swashth Bima Yojna benefitted nearly 267 families
during 2014-15, as each family was aided with nearly US$ 500
during the year.
 In May 2017, women from Pasighat have formed a group known as
“WASE” (War Against Social Evils), to fight against drug issues, due
to growing addiction among youths to opium, brown sugar and
heroin. WASE members also provide counselling to addicts and their
relatives.
Health infrastructure in Arunachal Pradesh
District hospitals 16
Community health centres 63
Primary health centres 143
Sub-centres 304
Ayurvedic dispensaries 4
Homoeopathic hospitals 37
Health indicators of Arunachal Pradesh
Birth rate (per thousand persons) 28.8
1
Death rate (per thousand persons) 6.0
1
Infant mortality rate
(per thousand live births)
30
2
Source: Government of Arunachal Pradesh 1 Per thousand persons, 2Per thousand live
births
Source: State Budget 2015-16

CULTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE…(1/2)
 Arunachal Pradesh is predominantly a tribal state and hosts many local scheduled tribes. About two thirds of its population belongs to scheduled
tribe - from 26 major tribes and more than 100 sub-tribes. The different tribes have their own dialects. These tribes have a rich cultural heritage
and follow distinct languages, costumes and festivals. The varied culture of the tribes is reflected in their bamboo, wood and cane handicrafts;
carpets; traditional ornaments and paintings.
 Major festivals observed in the state are Mopin, Solung, Nyokum, Lossar, Si-Donyi, Boori-boot, Dree, Reh, Sipong Yong, Chalo-loku and
Kshyatsowai. The key tourist destinations are Parasuram Kund (Lohit), the Namdapha National Park (Changlang), the Ita Fort and Jawaharlal
Nehru State Museum (Itanagar), the Tawang Monastery (Tawang) and the Sela Lake (Bomdila).
 Trekking, river rafting, archery, mountaineering, fishing and angling are the prominent sports in Arunachal Pradesh. Sports infrastructure available
in the state includes the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Naharlagun, Nyikum Niya Indoor Stadium in Nirjuli and Nehru Stadium in Khonsa. Under budget
2015-16 scheme, an amount of US$ 0.04 million would be provided to supply supplementary diets for the players at times of coaching camps.
 In March 2017, the state government hosted Octave 2017, a 3-day folk dance show festival at Shilapramam, where 166 artistes from Sikkim,
Tripura, Mizoram, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Assam & Meghalaya are expected to perform.
Approved Projects Under Annual Plan 2016-17
Project name Outlay amount (US$ ‘000)
Self defence training for girls in martial arts approved for 244 government schools 34.30
Kala Utsav : Performing arts (dance, music and theatre) 9.37
Source: State Budget 2015-16, 2016-17

CULTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE…(2/2)
Cultural Infrastructure Projects at Priority for NEC1 Annual Plan 2015-16
Source: Department of Planning, Itanagar 1 NEC: North Eastern Council
Project name Amount (US$ million)
Multi purpose community hall cum indoor stadium at ADC headquarter, Nyapin of Kurun-Kumey District 0.46
Cultural Centre at Solung-Mopin Ground, Itanagar 0.83
Auditorium cum badfminton hall at Brum Village, Naharlagun 0.62
Football stadium at Sakiang under Papum Pare district 0.62
Football stadium at Mai, Lower Subansisri district 0.62
General stadium at Palin, Kra Daadi district 0.62
Multipurpose utility stadium at Parsi-Parlo 0.62
Multipurpose stadium at Parsi-Parlo 0.62
Football stadum at Mebo, East Siang Distrcit 0.62
Multipurpose auditorium cum badminton hall at Noksa, Tirap district 0.62
Multipurpose auditorium cum badminton hall at radum Village, Subansiri district 0.62
Stadium in Dirang 0.62
Football stadium at Lumla 0.62

INDUSTRIAL INFRASTRUCTURE … (1/3)
Source: Department of Industries, Government of Arunachal Pradesh
 Arunachal Pradesh has 12 industrial estates located in different
districts and spread over a total area of 51.9 hectare. These
industrial estates have been developed in land-areas ranging from
4,540 to 202,342.8 square metres, with the primary objective of
growth and development of small scale industries.
 The Government of Arunachal Pradesh decided to distribute US$
1.55 million among unemployed engineers in the state for the
purpose of establishing manufacturing units/small scale industries in
the state in 2016-17.
 An amount of US$ 0.08 million was planned for the feasibility study
of special economic zones (SEZs) in Arunachal Pradesh.
 In order to promote agro-based industries, the Government proposed
to provide special incentives such as VAT refund for the next five
years from the date of production.
 Moreover, in order to attract more investments the government is
providing financial assistance and monitoring to food processing
units under scheme for Technology Up gradation / Establishment /
Modernization, given the companies satisfy the some eligibility
criteria.
Notified industrial estates
Location District Area (sq m)
Deomali Tirap 18,360
Khonsa Tirap 4,540
Pasighat East Siang 80,080
Tawang Tawang 28,665
Tippi West Kameng 27,961.32
Wanghoo West Kameng 60,705
Naharlagun Papumpare 32,376
Chandranagar Papumpare 16,188
Namsai Lohit 16,188
Changlang Town Changlang 11,372
Khachang Changlang 20,025
Bam West Siang 202,325

Source: Department of Industries, Government of Arunachal Pradesh; Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, Government of India; NLCPR - Non-Lapsable Central Pool of
Resources (NLCPR)
 The central government launched "Look East Policy" which has
helped in development of infrastructure for industries and trade. In
July 2015, Government of Arunachal Pradesh has announced to set-
up a 12,000 MW hydroelectric plant in the state. Government has
also targeted to include 42 hydroelectric projects with an estimated
capacity of 27,000 MW in the coming years.
 For the development of infrastructure of Arunachal and other north
east states, Non-Lapsable Central Pool of Resources (NLCPR)
releases funds for various projects.
 During FY’17 two project were sanctioned under the state of
Arunachal Pradesh under the NLCPR Scheme, worth US$ 7.88
million.
Notified integrated infrastructure development centres
NLCPR sanctioned projects and approved costs for Arunachal
Pradesh
9
24
8
24.15
59.03
10.76
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
2012-13 2013-14 2014-15
Location District
Deomali Tirap
Tippi West Kameng
Dirang West Kameng
Iduli Dibang Valley
Balinong Changlang
Notified industrial areas
Location District
Bhalukpong West Kameng
Roing Dibang Valley
Tezu Lohit
Banderdewn Papumpare

 The state government has set up District Industries Centres (DICs) across districts. These DICs play a vital role in industrial development by
providing services to entrepreneurs that include identification of suitable schemes; preparation of project reports; arrangement for providing
required plant, machinery and raw-materials; assistance in availing incentives and facilities provided by both central and state governments; and
liaison with all development departments and financial institutions to provide assistance to prospective entrepreneurs. In addition, as of April 2015,
there were 6 industrial training institutes (ITIs) in Arunachal Pradesh. Out of these, five are run by the Government and one ITI is privately
controlled.
 Based on the availability of resources, the state has identified thrust areas for industrial development:
• Industries based on agricultural, horticultural and plantation produce.
• Industries based on non-timber forest produce such as bamboo, cane (rattan), medicinal plants/herbs, aromatic grass, tea and coffee.
• Industries based on locally available raw-materials, except timber.
• Textiles (handlooms and power-looms), handicrafts and sericulture.
• Electronics and IT-based enterprises.
• Mineral-based industries (such as ferro-alloys, cement, etc.).
• Facilitation and development of industrial infrastructure, including power and communications, under public private partnership.
• Food processing industries and engineering and allied industries (rolling mill, steel mill, etc.); and tourism

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
 The state’s Chief Minister has assured the addition of 0.1 million jobs during the 12th Five Year Plan (2012-2017).
 During the financial year 2015-16, creation of 12,300 job opportunities was targeted. However, nearly 15,000 youth were employed during the
year, exceeding the set target by a huge margin.
 The Chief Minister's Skill Development Programme helped in improving employability of educated unemployed youth in the state. Its main
objective is to provide 100,000 jobs for unemployed youths during the 12th Five Year Plan. Under this initiative, Job Mela-cum-Skill Development
Interview Rally is being organised at regular intervals. Till May 2015, more than 61,500 youths have been employed or self employed.
 Furthermore, the state government has announced that a minimum of 10% of the funds allocated to the MLA local area development scheme will
be used to train unemployed youths. This will help them acquire the necessary skills for taking up self-employment activities or for enhancing their
employability.
 The decision of establishing a skill development centre in a phased manner in each & every district of the state was also made in the budget of
2015-16. In addition to this, an employment opportunity, under the Arunachal Agriculture Employment Generation Scheme, with an allocation of
US$ 0.31 million was allocated in annual plan 2016-17.
 Other schemes that have helped in employment generation include: National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA), Prime Minister's
Rozgar Yojana (PMRY), Rural Employment Generation Programme (REGP), Scheme for Working Women Hostels, Swarnjayanti Gram
Swarozgar Yojana (SGSY) and Training of Rural Youth for Self-Employment (TRYSEM).
 The government initiated talks with the officials of Oil India Limited to resume operations in the state & to explore areas from where oil & natural
gas can be extracted. It would lead to more business activities, which would add to the economy, to set up more industries as power will be
generated & will also provide employment opportunities to the unemployed youth.
Source: Government of Arunachal Pradesh, State Budget 2015-16

KEY INDUSTRIES
 The resources, policy incentives & climate in state support
investments in mining & mineral products (including cement), tissue
culture & floriculture, plantation crops (tea, rubber, etc.) & agro-
based industries.
 North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd is engaged in
catalysing industrial growth of the Northeastern states (including
Arunachal Pradesh) by providing counselling, timely advice &
assistance for building quality enterprises.
 The central government also approved the North East Industrial and
Investment Promotion Policy (NEIIPP), 2007. The policy provides
several incentives: incentive on business expansion, 100% excise
duty & income tax exemption, capital investment subsidy, interest
subsidy and insurance premium reimbursement.
 The Department of Industries has set up District Industries Centres
(DICs) & Sub-District Industries Centres (Sub-DICs) for the industrial
development of small scale, tiny & village industries.
Key industries in Arunachal Pradesh
 Art and crafts
 Weaving
 Cane and bamboo
 Carpet weaving
 Wood carving
 Ornaments
 Tourism
 Horticulture
 Saw mills and plywood
 Power
 Mineral-based industry
 The Department of Industries, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, is
responsible for promoting industrial activities in the state to provide
employment opportunities to the rural and urban people.
 The DICs also help the local entrepreneurs in identifying suitable
schemes, preparing feasibility reports, arranging supply of tools and
equipment, providing credit facilities, etc.

KEY INDUSTRIES – POWER … (1/3)
 As of June 2017, Arunachal Pradesh had a total installed power
generation capacity of 273.84 MW. Hydro energy (97.45 MW)
accounted for around 35.59% of Arunachal Pradesh’s installed
power generation capacity. The Department of Hydropower
Development, Arunachal Pradesh, is wholly entrusted with the
design, construction, operation and maintenance of hydropower
projects in the state.
 After renewable energy & hydropower, thermal power is the prime
source of electricity generation in the state. As of June 2017, the
state accounted for an installed capacity of power generation of
71.52 MW from thermal power plants out of which 46.82 MW is
contributed by gas power plants & 24.70 MW from coal power plants.
 On account of its hilly terrain and abundant rivers, Arunachal
Pradesh is estimated to have hydropower potential of 60,000 MW
(through mega projects).
 Key regions for tapping hydropower include Dibang, Tawang,
Subansiri Upper, Subansiri Middle, Kameng and Lohit. The
Government has invited domestic power companies in the region to
develop hydropower plants.
 As of April 2017, the government is planning to light up 900 remote
villages comprising 16,000 households in the state, using advanced
off-grid renewable energy kits. Apart from this, there is a project to
install 4,000 off-grid street lights in far-flung areas.
 Government of India has sanctioned 16 new renewable energy
projects in the state worth Rs 426.51 crore (US$ 66.20 million).
Source: Central Electricity Authority
Some of the key players
 NTPC Ltd
 NHPC Ltd
 North Eastern Electric Power Corporation (NEEPCO)
 Bhilwara Energy Ltd
 For the installation of 40,000 MWp grid connected solar rooftop
system in the country by 2022, the target allocated for the state is 50
MWp. Four of the biggest projects under construction include the
2,000 MW Subansiri Lower, 600 MW Kameng, 110 MW Pare
hydroelectric project. The 1,750 MW Demwa Lower hydroelectric
project is expected to be commissioned by early 2019.
 A 2x30 KW Ashapani micro hydel project has been commissioned in
Anjaw district of the state, with an objective of electrification of
Chaglagam circle and its adjoining villages. Moreover, the
department has been working on a 2*100 KW hydel Kachopani
project, expected to be completed by December.
 The Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) granted pre-
construction scoping clearances to over 50 projects under the EIA
notification 2006. Final environmental clearance has been awarded
to 13 projects. These projects are expected to be operational by
2019.

 NTPC Ltd is a Maharatana Public Sector Unit (PSU) engaged in thermal power production. The company is
among the leading thermal power generator. It has also diversified into hydropower, coal mining, power equipment
manufacturing, oil & gas exploration, power trading & distribution.
 NTPC plans to set up a hydropower project of around 9,500 MW in Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. The
company’s revenues stood at US$12.02 billion in 2015-16.
 NHPC Limited (formerly known as National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Limited) is a public sector major in
hydroelectric power generation. The company signed an MoU with the state to invest US$ 4.5 billion during the
12th Plan period and already has four ongoing projects with an installed capacity of 6,400 MW. Two are located in
the Tawang district, one in the Dibang district and one in Subansiri Lower district. In 2016-17, the company
reported revenues of US$13.54 billion.
 North Eastern Electric Power Corporation (NEEPCO) is a central PSU engaged in power generation in the
Northeastern region. It is one of the oldest power generating companies and controls 55.0% of the region’s
installed capacity. The company completed the prestigious 405 MW Ranganadi project in Arunachal Pradesh.
NEEPCO is developing two projects in the state: Pare hydroelectric project (110 MW) and Kameng hydroelectric
project (600 MW). The company earned a total revenue of US$ 270.63 million in 2015-16.
 Jindal Power Limited (JPL), a subsidiary of Jindal Steel & Power Ltd, has major presence in power generation and
has set up several mega power projects in the country. In 2015-16, the company reported revenues of US$2.81
billion.
NTPC Ltd
NHPC Ltd
North Eastern Electric
Power Corp (NEEPCO)
Jindal Power

Source: Central Electricity Authority, 1 As of October, 2015
Hydro power projects in the North East , June 2017
Central sector Private State/unallocated
Installed capacity (MW) Installed capacity (MW) Installed capacity (MW) Total installed capacity (MW)
Arunachal Pradesh 168.97 0.27 104.61 273.84
Assam 1,045.81 40.38 513.46 1,599.65
Manipur 191.90 0.03 41.45 238.38
Meghalaya 205.28 0.01 353.03 558.32
Mizoram 95.35 0.10 41.47 136.92
Nagaland 123.70 0.50 30.67 154.87
Tripura 536.73 5.09 185.51 727.33
Central -
Unallocated
- - - 265.88
Total 2633.62 46.38 1,270.20 3,950.19

KEY INDUSTRIES – MINERAL-BASED INDUSTRY
Source: Indian Bureau of Mines
 Arunachal Pradesh has considerable mineral reserves & preliminary
studies have highlighted economic mineral deposits in considerable
quantity.
 The state has reserves/resources of coal in Namchik Namphuk
Coalfields; dolomite in West Kameng district; fuller's earth in Tirap
district; graphite in Lohit, Upper Siang and Upper Subansiri districts;
and limestone in Dibang Valley, Lohit, Upper Siang and Upper
Subansiri districts.
 Production of raw coal in the state increased from 79,000 tonnes in
2007-08 to 189,400 tonnes in 2014-15.
 During FY16 the total value of mineral production in the state stood
at US$ 17.90 thousand.
 Arunachal State Mineral Policy, 2014 has been prepared on the
basis of the objectives of the National Mineral Policy, 2008. Creation
of Arunachal Mineral Development Fund shall be in accordance with
this policy for its utilisation towards mineral exploration and
development of mining activities in the state.
 During 2014–15, mineral production generated US$ 76.4 million for
the state’s exchequer. Total extraction of coal since April 2007 to
March 2015 was 1.8 million tonnes.
 During FY171, the total production of crude petroleum in the state
stood at 59 thousand tonnes. The state also produced 11 mcm of
natural gas, during the same period.
Reserves/resources of minerals in Arunachal Pradesh
Ore/mineral Reserves (million tonnes)
Coal 86.5
Dolomite 78.3
Limestone 482.79
Graphite 72.75
Fuller's earth 20.01
Quartzite 5.27

KEY INDUSTRIES – AGRICULTURE AND FOREST-
BASED INDUSTRIES
 Agriculture is the mainstay of the economy of Arunachal Pradesh. It
is mainly depended on 'jhum' cultivation. The state’s agriculture and
allied sectors have growth rates that are three times the national
average.
 Major agro and forest based industries in the state are related to tea,
fruit, non-timber and plywood industries. Around two-thirds of the
state’s population is dependent on climate sensitive natural
resources such as agriculture, forest, biodiversity and water
availability.
 The state government’s New Agricultural Policy 2001 aims to
achieve higher economic growth and create job opportunities for the
unemployed in rural areas. The state government is focusing on
improving farmer income through higher productivity, use of suitable
farm techniques, upgrading technical competency, marketing support
and availability of a cooperative credit network.
 Non-timber based industries include bamboo, cane, rubber and
medicinal plants.
 The industry is characterised by many regional players; several units
have been set up by the Arunachal Pradesh Forest Corporation
(APFC), a government organisation.
 Horticulture has a vast potential, owing to good agro-climatic
conditions and topography, for the development of varied varieties of
fruits and vegetables.
Source: Arunachal Pradesh State Portal
 Under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana, Rs 40.51 crore (US$ 6.29
million) was allocated to the state during 2017-18.
 In October 2016, edible oil maker, Ruchi Soya Industries, signed a
memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Government of
Arunachal Pradesh to boost palm oil production, in the state, through
development of quality palm plantations and human capacity building
on 25,000 hectares of land in four districts of the state - West Siang,
East Kamang, Lower Subansri and Papumpare.
 In April 2017, the Arunachal Pradesh government launched the
‘State Organic Mission’ to make the state an organic farming hub.
The North Eastern region of the country has 1.67 million hectares of
area under shifting cultivation, where no inorganic input has ever
been used.

KEY INDUSTRIES – TOURISM
 Tourism has grown rapidly in the recent years with eco and
adventure tourism, cultural tourism and religious tourism being the
major areas of interest. Major sports of interest to travellers include
angling, boating, rafting, trekking and hiking.
 Arunachal Pradesh is an “Orchid Paradise”, accounting for 601
species of orchids, or 52% of the species known in India. Various
orchid centres are situated in Itanagar, Tipi, Sessa, Dirang,
Jengging, Roing, which have a good germ-plasm collection of nearly
400 species of orchids as well as hybrids. An orchid research centre
has been established at Tipi to promote orchid conservation,
research and development.
 Popular tourist attractions include Tawang (a town with a Buddhist
monastery) at 3,000 m elevation, Ziro (which holds cultural festivals),
Basar, the Namdapha tiger project in Changlang district and Sela
lake near Bomdila with its bamboo bridges overhanging the river.
Under the ‘Chief Minister’s Paryatan Vikaas Yojana’, a project has
been launched to provide subsidised tourist cabs to educated
unemployed youth across districts. For this, a provision of US$ 0.56
million was made during 2014-15. In 2015-16, foreign tourist arrivals
in the state stood at 5,700.
 The inception of railways in the state is expected to boost tourist
arrivals. The Government inked an MoU with the Indian Railway
Catering and Tourism Corporation for promoting the tourism sector.
To boost tourist inflow and make the state more visitor friendly, the
Government is working on simplifying the process of application &
issuance of the Inner Line Permit.
 Under the Swadesh Darshan scheme, for the development of
adventure tourism in the state, US$ 4.56 million was sanctioned by
the state government, during 2016-17.
Source: Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
Arrival of foreign tourists in Arunachal Pradesh (in ‘000s)
10.8
5.2 5.7
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
FY 2013 FY 2014 FY 2015

KEY INDUSTRIES – TEXTILES
 Textile is a grass-roots industry in Arunachal Pradesh and provides employment, mainly to women. Most of the units are home-based and have a
small scale of operations.
 The state boasts of an enriching array of unique and appealing handloom designs from each of its tribes. The products include skirts (gale), shirts
(galuk), cotton shawls, side bags, and curtain cloth.
 Carpet making is one of the important occupations in the districts of Tawang, West Kameng, Changlang and Upper Siang. The state’s carpets
have received national and international repute due to their quality. The carpet weaving industry is promoted through the Government craft centre.
 Carpets are woven with varied colours, designs (geometric, dragon, floral) and shapes. The other main products of the industry in the state are
wall hangings, cushion pads, telephone pads, floor coverings, etc. With increase in demand, carpets have become a major item of trade as well as
a major occupation for women folks of the state.
 In 2016-17, the production of raw silk in the state was targeted at 48 metric tonnes of which 38 metric tonnes was achieved by November 2016.
 Under NERTPS (North East Region Textile Promotion Scheme) programme, in-situ conservation is being done for muga as well as other species
of wild silk moth in the state.
 Out of the total cost of US$ 4.50 million under Intensive Bovoltine Sericulture Development Project, till June 2016, US$ 840.20 thousand has been
released by Government of India for the state of Arunachal Pradesh.
Source: Department of Textile & Handicraft(s), Arunachal Pradesh Central Silk Board, Ministry of Textiles – Government of India

KEY APPROVALS REQUIRED
Source: Government of Arunachal Pradesh
S No List of approvals and clearances required Concerned department of state
1 Incorporation of company/partnership firm/co-operatives Registrar of Companies
2 Registration, Industrial Entrepreneurs Memorandum (IEM), industrial licenses
Department of Industries
3 Permission for land use
4 Allotment of land
Arunachal Pradesh Industrial Development and Financial
Corporation Limited/ Department of Industries
5 Site environmental approvals Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of
India; Arunachal Pradesh State Pollution Control Board
(APSPCB)6 No-objection certificate and consent under Water and Pollution Control Act
7 Registration under State’s Sales Tax Act and Central and State Excise Act
Department of Tax and Excise, Government of Arunachal
Pradesh
8 Commercial taxes
9 Sanction of power
Department of Power, Arunachal Pradesh10 Power feasibility
11 Power connection
12 Approval for construction activity and building plan Respective District Municipality
13 Water and sewerage clearance
Department of Public Health Engineering
14 Water connection

Agency Description
 The Department of Industries is the main executive and regulatory agency functioning under the
state government. It oversees and monitors the overall industrial development activities in the
state.
 The department is engaged in various activities such as:
• Formulating Industrial Policy and setting up of industrial estates/growth centres/ district
industries centres.
• Registering and regulating industries.
• Providing financial assistance to small scale and other industries.
• Distributing scarce and indigenous raw-materials to different industrial units.
• Apprenticeship Training Programmes through ITIs and other industrial development related
activities.
Arunachal Pradesh Industrial Development
and Financial Corporation Limited
(APIDFC)
 Incorporated under the Companies Act, 1956, in August 1978.
 To promote and set up finance industries in Arunachal Pradesh.
 For industrial development in Arunachal Pradesh, the infrastructure facilities that are being handled
by the Department of Industries of the state are expected to be handed over to APIDFC.
Implement schemes of assistance of National Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Finance
and Development Corporation Limited (NSFDC).
Arunachal Pradesh Energy Development
Agency (APEDA)
 Established in the year 1996, the State Government Agency, Arunachal Pradesh Energy
Development Agency (APEDA) is registered under the Societies Registration Act 1860.
 State Designated Agency (SDA) for implementation and enforcement of the Energy Conservation
Act, 2001, in coordination with the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), Ministry of Power,
Government of India.
 Also the state nodal agency for projects connected with Clean Development Mechanism (CDM).
KEY INVESTMENT PROMOTION OFFICES … (1/2)

KEY INVESTMENT PROMOTION OFFICES … (2/2)
Agency Description
North Eastern Development Finance
Corporation Limited (NEDFi)
 NEDFi is promoted by leading public financial institutions: Industrial Development Bank of India
(IDBI), State Bank of India (SBI), Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), Small Industries
Development Bank of India (SIDBI), Industrial Finance Corporation of India (IFCI), Industrial Credit
and Infrastructure Corporation of India (ICICI), Specified undertakings of Unit Trust of India
(SUUTI), General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC) and its subsidiaries. Incorporated in August
1995, NEDFi is headquartered in Guwahati, Assam, and works under the administrative control of
the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Government of India.
 It services micro, small, medium and large enterprises through facilities such as project and
equipment finance, working capital finance, schemes for development of entrepreneurial skills and
market development for products from the Northeast.
North Eastern Handicrafts and Handloom
Development Corporation (NEHHDC)
 North Eastern Handicrafts and Handloom Development Corporation (NEHHDC), is under the
control of Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Government of India.
 Established in 1977, the corporation develops and promotes the region’s indigenous crafts by
connecting various craftsmen of the region and creates different opportunities.
 Improves the accessibility of various goods by establishing and promoting sales centers in the
region.
 Facilitates provision of technical, financial and other related guidance for various craftsmen,
weavers, etc.
 To upgrade traditional skills by providing proper training.

CONTACT LIST
Agency Contact information
Government of Arunachal Pradesh
Udyog Sadan, ltanagar - 791111
Phone: 91-360-2212 323/ 2214 456
Fax: 91-360-2211 569
E-mail: dir-industry-arn@nic.in
Arunachal Pradesh Industrial Development
and Financial Corporation Limited
(APIDFC)
C Sector, Near Petrol Pump
Itanagar - 791111
Phone: + 91-360-2211 763, 2212 012
Arunachal Pradesh Energy Development
Agency (APEDA)
Urja Bhawan
Post Box No 124,
Itanagar - 791111
Arunachal Pradesh
Phone: 91-360-2211 160, 2217870
E-mail: apedita@sancharnet.in
North Eastern Development Finance
Corporation Ltd (NEDFi)
NH-52A, Main Road, E-Sector,
Itanagar - 791111,
Arunachal Pradesh
Phone/Fax: 91-360-2217 694

COST OF DOING BUSINESS IN ARUNACHAL PRADESH
Cost parameter Cost estimate Source
Hotel costs (per room per night) US$ 8 to US$ 75 State Tourism website
Power cost (per kWh)
Commercial: US 6.0 cents to US 8.5 cents
Industrial: US 7.5 cents to US 9.0 cents
Department of Power, Government of Arunachal
Pradesh
Labour cost (agriculture)
(minimum wages per day)
Unskilled: US$ 4.7 to US$ 5.29
Skilled: US$ 5.30 to US$ 6.28
Ministry of Labour and Employment,
Government of India
Water (per 1,000 litres) Commercial and industrial: US 20 cents Industry sources

STATE ACTS AND POLICIES
Public Private
Partnership Policy 2011
 Leverage State and Central Government funds to support private investment.
 Prepare a shelf of projects to be offered for PPP and take them forward with the assistance of the owner
departments through a transparent selection process.
 Facilitate and promote growth of the industry, employment and investment in the state.
 To attract investments from domestic and foreign companies.
State Industrial Policy
2008
 Harness hydropower potential of the state in a manner that is consistent with the provisions of the Electricity Act,
2003, and the National Electricity Policy and other policies formulated in the Act.
 Accelerate the speed of hydropower development through participation of both the central public sector
undertakings and private power developers, and also by formulating public private partnerships.
 Help creation of social and development infrastructure through hydropower development.
Hydro Power Policy 2008
Objectives
Agriculture Policy 2001
 To promote advancement and high economic growth in the state and provide various job opportunities to the
unemployed in rural regions by the means of agriculture as well as allied sectors.
 To deal with various problems related with agriculture and provide some effective ways to repair them.
 Facilitate and promote growth of small hydropower plants through private participation, thereby increasing
employment opportunities in the state.
Small Hydro Power
(SHP) Policy 2007
 Promote the Northeast as an attractive investment region through concessions and incentives promoting growth in
the region.
North East Industrial and
Investment Promotion
Policy (NEIIPP) 2007
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EXCHANGE RATES
Source: Reserve Bank of India
Exchange rates (Fiscal Year)
Year INR equivalent of one US$
2004-05 44.81
2005-06 44.14
2006-07 45.14
2007-08 40.27
2008-09 46.14
2009-10 47.42
2010-11 45.62
2011-12 46.88
2012-13 54.31
2013-14 60.28
2014-15 60.28
2015-16 65.46
2016-17 67.09
Q1 2017-18 64.46

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