Dr. Vijay Kalantri, Chairman, World Trade Center Mumbai, President, All India Association of Industries(3rd from left); Shri Sapbi Yomcha, Assistant Labour Commissioner (HQ), Government of Arunachal Pradesh (4th from left) along with others in the event.
A senior delegation from the Department of Labour and Employment, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, visited the World Trade Center Mumbai. The discussions focused on identifying avenues for expanding employment generation, enhancing skill development programs, and creating cross-regional business opportunities. The delegation also explored strategies to attract investments, promote entrepreneurship, and strengthen industrial linkages that can drive sustainable economic growth and long-term job creation in Arunachal Pradesh.
Shri Sapbi Yomcha, Assistant Labour Commissioner (HQ), Government of Arunachal Pradesh, said, “Arunachal Pradesh offers significant growth opportunities for industries. The state is actively exploring prospects in lithium resources and expanding solar energy initiatives. There is also great scope for horticulture, including fruits such as oranges, kiwi, and pineapple, alongside large tea plantations.”
“We are strongly focused on employment opportunities, infrastructure development, and ensuring sustainable economic growth for the people of Arunachal Pradesh” said, Mr. Yomcha.
Dr. Vijay Kalantri, Chairman, World Trade Center Mumbai and President, All India Association of Industries, said, “There is vast industrial potential in states like Arunachal Pradesh, particularly when the state is in its early stages and strongly focused on development. Sectors such as agro-based industries, renewable energy, tourism, infrastructure, MSMEs, and small-scale manufacturing offer significant scope for growth.
“With the right industry linkages, policy support, and investor facilitation, the state can emerge as a strong destination for industrial investment and large-scale employment generation.” added Dr. Kalantri
The delegation comprised senior labour and employment officials representing various districts of Arunachal Pradesh. During the interaction, discussions centred on enhancing industrial growth, facilitating workforce mobility, promoting entrepreneurship, and attracting investments to generate sustainable employment opportunities across the state.
Representatives at the meeting underscored the importance of stronger linkages between policy institutions and industry bodies to accelerate state-led economic development. The visit marks a significant step toward fostering interstate collaboration, investment facilitation, and sustainable employment generation, aligned with the broader vision of Viksit Bharat and inclusive growth across emerging states like Arunachal Pradesh. The engagement concluded with a shared commitment to continued dialogue and cooperation aimed at unlocking business potential and strengthening the employment ecosystem in Arunachal Pradesh.