Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 51.38-km Bairabi-Sairang railway line, connecting Mizoram to the Indian railway network and enhancing links to Southeast Asia. He emphasized the rail link’s significance for economic growth, tourism, and access to education and healthcare. Modi also flagged off new passenger services and laid the foundation for several infrastructure projects totaling around Rs 9,000 crore, aimed at promoting youth empowerment and entrepreneurship in the region. This initiative reflects the government’s commitment to improving connectivity and development in the North East, positioning it as a burgeoning start-up hub and fostering cultural ties across India.