Ministry of DoNER announces Rs 207 cr for Majuli

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Dr Jitendra Singh today announced Rs. 207 crore for protection and development of the world heritage island Majuli. This is a serious effort by the Ministry of DoNER for the uplift of the world famous scenic island which was recently also declared a separate district. The amount earmarked by the Ministry of DoNER will be spent primarily for safeguarding the land loss due to erosion and to protect the 80 km length of the bank line on the right bank of river Brahmaputra along world famous Majuli island. Stay updated on the go with GPlus News. Click here to download the app for your device.