Why Kaladan Project Is Crucial For India's 'Act East' Policy

The Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project (KMTTP) is crucial for India's 'Act East' policy, bypassing the vulnerable Siliguri Corridor.

The Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project corridor.

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The economic and social advancement of India's northeastern states is crucial for the successful implementation of the country's 'Act East' policy. To achieve this, it is essential to establish a seamless transportation network connecting the Indian mainland with these northeastern regions and extending to Southeast Asian countries. Nearly two decades ago, strategic planners in India initiated the ambitious Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project (KMTTP), which aims to facilitate the