What Congress couldn't do in 65 years, PM did in 10: Kiren Rijiju on Northeast

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju highlighted the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government's achievements in the Northeast, while taking a dig at the Congress. Speaking at the India Today Conclave alongside Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang, Rijiju said that what couldn't be done in 65 years in the Northeast was accomplished in 10 by PM Modi. The Union Minister also addressed the Manipur issue during the conversation with India Today TV Consulting Editor Rajdeep Sardesai, emphasising the Centre's efforts for peace. Rijiju also discussed the upcoming Waqf Board Bill, asserting it would benefit poor Muslims. Tamang shared initiatives on environmental conservation and the state's 50th merger anniversary celebrations.