An official delegation from the Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Nagaland, led by the Director, P Tokugha Sema, along with the Additional Director, Y Lipongse Thongtsar, other departmental officials and members of the Business Association of Nagas (BAN), undertook a visit to the Dawki Land Port in Meghalaya on May 4.
The visit was aimed at exploring avenues for enhancing trade linkages and understanding the operational mechanisms of the Dawki Land Port. The delegation carried out on-site assessments of infrastructure, logistics and trade facilitation systems in place, with a view to identifying best practices that could be adapted for Nagaland.
During the visit, the team held an interactive meeting with the officials of the Land Port including Regional Administrator, Port Administrator and other stakeholders to gain insights on the 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.
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To further strengthen their understanding of integrated trade and logistics systems, the delegation also visited the Inland Container Depot (ICD) at Amingaon, Guwahati, on May 5. The visit enabled the team to gain insights into containerized cargo handling, customs clearance procedures and logistics management systems. It also provided a broader perspective on inland trade infrastructure and its role in facilitating 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 export in the State and contributing to sustainable economic growth and increased participation in cross-border commerce.
