The culturally-rich northeastern state, whose name literally translates to ‘A Jewelled Land’, borders Myanmar.
70% of Manipur’s geographical area is under forest cover.
Manipur ranks 4th in the concentration of looms in India.
Home to a variety of rare medicinal and aromatic plants.
US$4.2 bn GSDP recorded during fiscal year 2018-19.
US$ 122mn FDI inflow over 2000-19 under Guwahati jurisdiction
Gateway to East
Manipur's Moreh is the only feasible land route for trade between India and Myanmar, and other SE Asian countries.
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different varieties of silk are produced in Manipur, making the state a key player in Indian sericulture and handlooms.
Food Processing
can be a key growth contributor for the state's economy given the favourable factors and traditions of horticulture.
Tribal Heritage
The state is home to Kuki, Naga, Pangal, and other ancient tribes; Predominant community is the Hindu Meitei tribe.
Hydroelectricity
Given favourable topographical features, the state has untapped hydroelectric power generation potential.
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Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam and National Hydroelectric Power Corporation are jointly setting up a mega hydroelectric power project at Tipaimukh with an investment of US$2b.
Government of India and Manipur Government have signed MOUs for road building with loans from Asian Development Bank and Japan International Cooperation Agency.
Government of India has signed a trilateral agreement with Thailand and Myanmar, to construct a trans-Asian highway, connecting India (through Manipur) with the two countries
Patanjali Ayurved have invested in operations in Manipur for both marketing products in the region as well as a sourcing destination.
37 projects allotted under the National Mission for Food Processing Scheme in the state.
India-Myanmar-Thailand (IMT) Trilateral Highway, originating from Moreh in Manipur, will considerably strengthen connectivity to Southeast Asia.
Imphal has been identified for urban development.
India has a well-oiled enterprise promoting machinery that is backed by strong legislative, judiciary, executive, and capital establishments