PM-DevINE Scheme

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.

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.

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.

Which agency is responsible for implementing PM-DevINE Scheme?

Which region will benefit fom the PM-DevINE Scheme?

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

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