Reported by Bhadra Gogoi
Dimapur: An official delegation from Nagaland’s Industries & Commerce Department and members of the Business Association of Nagas undertook a visit to the Dawki Land Port in Meghalaya to explore avenues for enhancing trade linkages and understanding the operational mechanisms of the port.
The delegation, led by Industries & Commerce Department Director P. Tokugha Sema, carried out on-site assessments of infrastructure, logistics, and trade facilitation systems on May 4, with a view to identifying best practices that could be adapted for Nagaland, an official statement said on Wednesday.
During the visit, the team held an interactive meeting with officials of the land port, including the Regional Administrator, Port Administrator, and other stakeholders, to gain insights into existing trade processes, regulatory frameworks, and opportunities for expanding export and import activities.
Particular emphasis was placed on assessing the feasibility of establishing a similar framework in Nagaland to promote market access for local entrepreneurs, farmers, and businesses.
To further strengthen their understanding of integrated trade and logistics systems, the delegation also visited the Inland Container Depot at Amingaon, Guwahati, on May 5.
The visit enabled the team to gain insights into containerised cargo handling, customs clearance procedures, and logistics management systems.
It also provided a broader perspective on inland trade infrastructure and its role in facilitating the efficient movement of goods, complementing the observations made at the Dawki Land Port.
The initiative is part of the department’s continued efforts to strengthen economic connectivity, promote regional trade integration, and facilitate the development of robust trade-enabling infrastructure in Nagaland, thereby promoting exports in the state and contributing to sustainable economic growth and increased participation in cross-border commerce.