Amit Shah has announced an investment of Rs 2.5 lakh crore for the northeastern states, ensuring job opportunities within the region in the next 10 years. Under Modi's leadership, a 153% budget increase for the northeast and improved connectivity aims to end insurgency and promote development.
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