PM-DevINE Scheme- Relevance for UPSC Exam
- GS Paper 2: Governance, Administration and Challenges- Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.
PM-DevINE Scheme- Context
- In Union Budget 2022-23, a new scheme, Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North-East (PM-DevINE) was announced by the Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs.
PM-DevINE Scheme- Key Points
- About: PM-DevINE will fund infrastructure, in the spirit of PM GatiShakti, and social development projects based on felt needs of the North-East states.
- Objective: PM-DevINE scheme is being implemented with the following objectives-
- To enable livelihood activities for youth and women
- To filling gaps in various sectors
- Implementing Agency: PM-DevINE scheme will be implemented through the North-Eastern Council.
- Funding: An initial allocation of Rs. 1,500 crore will be made for the PM-DevINE scheme.
- Project Selection: Under PM-DevINE scheme, projects can be recommended by Centre and North East States as well but priority will be given to projects posed by the states.
- Significance: PM-DevINE scheme will enable livelihood activities for youth and women, filling the gaps in various sectors, the Minister explained.
FAQs
Which agency is responsible for implementing PM-DevINE Scheme?
- PM-DevINE Scheme will be implemented through the North-Eastern Council.
Which region will benefit fom the PM-DevINE Scheme?
- Ans: PM-DevINE Scheme will benefit North-Eastern States.
What are the objectives of the PM-DevINE Scheme?
- PM-DevINE scheme is being implemented with the following objectives-
- To enable livelihood activities for youth and women
- To filling gaps in various sectors
Union Budget 2022-23 | Union Budget 2022-23 Highlights | Part A