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Arunachal Cabinet approves major policies to boost agriculture, horticulture, and tourism

Arunachal Cabinet approves major policies to boost agriculture, horticulture, and tourism

Itanagar, Mar 5 (UNI) In a significant move to accelerate the growth of agriculture, horticulture, and tourism sectors in the state, the Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, on Wednesday approved three major policies— ‘Arunachal Pradesh Horticulture Policy 2025-35’, ‘New Agriculture Policy - Arunachal Pradesh 2025-35’, and ‘Arunachal Pradesh Tourism Policy 2025-30’.
Announcing the development in a press conference at the Civil Secretariat after the Cabinet meeting, Education Minister and Government Spokesperson Pasang Dorjee Sona stated that these policies will introduce modern interventions, strategic roadmaps, and budgetary support to drive sectoral growth while addressing key challenges.
The Arunachal Pradesh Horticulture Policy 2025-35 aims to enhance productivity, promote climate-resilient practices, and improve infrastructure. It includes key initiatives such as Arunachal Kiwi Mission to boost kiwi production, Arunachal Spice Mission for expanding high-value spice cultivation, including large cardamom, black pepper, Sichuan pepper, star anise, turmeric, and ginger, and Medicinal & Aromatic Plants (MAP) Mission to promote large-scale medicinal plant cultivation for AYUSH-based industries while ensuring biodiversity conservation. The policy also focuses on empowering women and youth, promoting sustainable horticulture, and reducing excessive chemical use in farming.

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