Manipur to setup ‘Logistic Park’ to enhance Indo-Myanmar trade: CM Biren Singh

The event, which was organised by the Manipur government and India Foundation, was graced by high-level delegates from Myanmar led by Chief Minister of Magway Region, Myanmar Dr. Aung Moe Nyo.

Singh said a feasibility survey has been made to extend the rail line from Imphal till Moreh, border town. A study has also been conducted on the possibility of rail connectivity with Myanmar. “This Trans Asian Railway Link has immense potential to uplift the socio-economic condition of the peoples further,” he asserted adding that the formalities for starting the Mandalay-Imphal bus service are at its final stages.

He also stressed on the need to establish air links directly between Manipur and Myanmar to promote tourism, trade and to build greater people-to-people contact. “Manipur intends to propose a flight between Mandalay-Imphal-Gaya in collaboration with Air India,” he added.

Singh also highlighted the potential of the state in medical tourism, education sector etc.

Chief Minister of Magway Region, Myanmar Dr. Aung Moe Nyo, emphasised that Manipur has huge potential in the areas like of medical tourism. He stressed the importance of strengthening the relationship between the countries in the future.