The Governor of Nagaland, Nand Kishore Yadav, chaired a review meeting of the Planning & Transformation Department at Lok Bhavan, Kohima, on 31st July 2026. The meeting focused on the Department's, planning framework, flagship initiatives, geospatial innovations, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the State's long-term development vision. The Department's presentation was made by the Principal Secretary & Development Commissioner, Y. Kikheto Sema, IAS.
During the presentation, the Governor was briefed on the Department's core functions, which include formulation of the State's development plans, coordination with NITI Aayog, the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER), the North Eastern Council (NEC), and various Central Ministries, besides monitoring developmental programmes and guiding departments on planning priorities. The role of the State Planning Board, State Level Project Implementation and Management Committee, State Project Review Monitoring and Coordination Committee, and the State Land Acquisition Authority was also highlighted.
The Principal Secretary & Development Commissioner, Y. Kikheto Sema, IAS, informed the Governor that the Annual Plan Outlay for the financial year 2026-27 has been approved at ₹1,350 crore, with allocations covering developmental departments, State share, Local Area Development Programme (LADP), land acquisition, budget initiatives, and support for the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA). The meeting also reviewed trends in plan outlays, land acquisition expenditure, and sector-wise allocations aimed at accelerating balanced and inclusive development across the State.
The Governor was also apprised of the Department's role in implementing Centrally sponsored initiatives through MDoNER, NEC, NESIDS and PM-DevINE, as well as the progress of Aspirational District and Aspirational Block programmes. It was highlighted that Kiphire continues as Nagaland's Aspirational District, while Akuhaito, Khongsa and Thonoknyu have been identified as Aspirational Blocks, with Thonoknyu Block receiving performance-based incentives from NITI Aayog.
The meeting also reviewed Nagaland's performance in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Governor was informed about the State's SDG Vision 2030 and district-wise performance indicators, with Mokokchung, Kohima and Dimapur emerging as the leading districts in the North East Region SDG Index.
A significant part of the presentation focused on the Nagaland Institute of Transformation (NIoT), established with support from NITI Aayog under the State Support Mission. The Governor was informed that the Institute is playing a key role in preparing the Viksit Nagaland @2047 Vision Document, which is currently under review and expected to be finalised after approval by the High-Level Steering Committee and the State Cabinet.
During the presentation, Principal Secretary & Development Commissioner, observed that the situation in Nagaland has undergone significant transformation since the State attained statehood. In view of the changing socio-political landscape and the developmental aspirations of the people, he stressed the need for enhanced support from the Government of India. He stated that central funding for Nagaland should be brought at par with other North Eastern States to enable the State to bridge critical infrastructure gaps, accelerate socio-economic development and effectively implement its long-term development agenda. He emphasised that equitable financial support would strengthen the State's capacity to deliver quality public services, improve connectivity and create sustainable livelihood opportunities across all districts.
The Department also showcased the achievements of the Nagaland GIS & Remote Sensing Centre in leveraging geospatial technology, drone applications, artificial intelligence and remote sensing for governance and development. The Governor was briefed on initiatives including village resource mapping, urban mapping, watershed studies, disaster management, landslide monitoring, PM GatiShakti support, traffic management, medical drone delivery, drone-based agriculture, and indigenous drone development. The presentation highlighted that over 1,300 villages have been mapped and the State continues to pioneer drone-based governance initiatives in the North East.
The Governor appreciated the Department for adopting technology-driven governance and for its efforts in strengthening planning, monitoring and implementation mechanisms across sectors. He emphasised the importance of evidence-based planning, effective coordination among departments, timely execution of projects and optimum utilisation of available resources to ensure that developmental benefits reach every section of society.
The Governor further stressed that planning must remain people-centric, transparent and result-oriented, while encouraging the Department to continue embracing innovation and modern technologies to support sustainable and inclusive development in Nagaland.
Senior officers of the Planning & Transformation Department and Nagaland GIS & Remote Sensing Centre were present during the review meeting.
(PRO Lok Bhavan)
The Governor of Nagaland, Nand Kishore Yadav, chaired a review meeting of the Planning & Transformation Department at Lok Bhavan, Kohima, on 31st July 2026. The meeting focused on the Department's, planning framework, flagship initiatives, geospatial innovations, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the State's long-term development vision. The Department's presentation was made by the Principal Secretary & Development Commissioner, Y. Kikheto Sema, IAS.
During the presentation, the Governor was briefed on the Department's core functions, which include formulation of the State's development plans, coordination with NITI Aayog, the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER), the North Eastern Council (NEC), and various Central Ministries, besides monitoring developmental programmes and guiding departments on planning priorities. The role of the State Planning Board, State Level Project Implementation and Management Committee, State Project Review Monitoring and Coordination Committee, and the State Land Acquisition Authority was also highlighted.
The Principal Secretary & Development Commissioner, Y. Kikheto Sema, IAS, informed the Governor that the Annual Plan Outlay for the financial year 2026-27 has been approved at ₹1,350 crore, with allocations covering developmental departments, State share, Local Area Development Programme (LADP), land acquisition, budget initiatives, and support for the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA). The meeting also reviewed trends in plan outlays, land acquisition expenditure, and sector-wise allocations aimed at accelerating balanced and inclusive development across the State.
The Governor was also apprised of the Department's role in implementing Centrally sponsored initiatives through MDoNER, NEC, NESIDS and PM-DevINE, as well as the progress of Aspirational District and Aspirational Block programmes. It was highlighted that Kiphire continues as Nagaland's Aspirational District, while Akuhaito, Khongsa and Thonoknyu have been identified as Aspirational Blocks, with Thonoknyu Block receiving performance-based incentives from NITI Aayog.
The meeting also reviewed Nagaland's performance in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Governor was informed about the State's SDG Vision 2030 and district-wise performance indicators, with Mokokchung, Kohima and Dimapur emerging as the leading districts in the North East Region SDG Index.
A significant part of the presentation focused on the Nagaland Institute of Transformation (NIoT), established with support from NITI Aayog under the State Support Mission. The Governor was informed that the Institute is playing a key role in preparing the Viksit Nagaland @2047 Vision Document, which is currently under review and expected to be finalised after approval by the High-Level Steering Committee and the State Cabinet.
During the presentation, Principal Secretary & Development Commissioner, observed that the situation in Nagaland has undergone significant transformation since the State attained statehood. In view of the changing socio-political landscape and the developmental aspirations of the people, he stressed the need for enhanced support from the Government of India. He stated that central funding for Nagaland should be brought at par with other North Eastern States to enable the State to bridge critical infrastructure gaps, accelerate socio-economic development and effectively implement its long-term development agenda. He emphasised that equitable financial support would strengthen the State's capacity to deliver quality public services, improve connectivity and create sustainable livelihood opportunities across all districts.
The Department also showcased the achievements of the Nagaland GIS & Remote Sensing Centre in leveraging geospatial technology, drone applications, artificial intelligence and remote sensing for governance and development. The Governor was briefed on initiatives including village resource mapping, urban mapping, watershed studies, disaster management, landslide monitoring, PM GatiShakti support, traffic management, medical drone delivery, drone-based agriculture, and indigenous drone development. The presentation highlighted that over 1,300 villages have been mapped and the State continues to pioneer drone-based governance initiatives in the North East.
The Governor appreciated the Department for adopting technology-driven governance and for its efforts in strengthening planning, monitoring and implementation mechanisms across sectors. He emphasised the importance of evidence-based planning, effective coordination among departments, timely execution of projects and optimum utilisation of available resources to ensure that developmental benefits reach every section of society.
The Governor further stressed that planning must remain people-centric, transparent and result-oriented, while encouraging the Department to continue embracing innovation and modern technologies to support sustainable and inclusive development in Nagaland.
Senior officers of the Planning & Transformation Department and Nagaland GIS & Remote Sensing Centre were present during the review meeting.
(PRO Lok Bhavan)
