A brief description about the potentials of Manipur state

1. Industry Opportunities
in Manipur
Presented by:
Dwipen Khwairakpam

2. Roadmap
Introduction
Space
Resources
People
Tourism
Infrastructure
Power
Opportunities

3. Introduction
Manipur, “Jewel of Indiaquot; is a land of wide
blue yonder, laughing green hills, mystic
mountains and a variety of flora and fauna.
Provides some of the best dance, exotic
handloom and handicrafts which are
proclaimed worldwide.
Both natural and physical resources
coupled with its pretty scenery
Poised to be the gateway to south East
Asia

4. Space
Ample space to accommodate any kind of
business enterprise
An area of 22,327 sq Kms and with a
pleasant climatic condition and pollution
free environment.
Ideal place to expand the business horizon.
Economy is mostly from agriculture nature
Several mini industries running
successfully, taking advantage of its local
abundant resources.

5. Resources
Richly endowed with various natural resources -
water, forest, and minerals.
Sub tropical to sub temperate climate and its
distinct soil makes Manipur home to several
agriculture as well as horticulture potential
Has around 54 varieties of bamboo, the finest
pineapple, passion fruits, mushrooms and several
other agro forest produce.
Has another great potential which will mobilize to
move these resources to places i.e. its people.

6. People
A population of 22,93,896 and
59.89% literacy rate.
Multi ethnicity and diversity is the very
characteristics of Manipur
Manipur has its abundance in terms of
skilled, semi skilled to serve any
enterprise as a solid workforce.

7. Tourism
Only floating wild life sanctuary in the world and
largest fresh water lake in North east.
Much has been said about Manipur’s tradition, art
and culture and natural beauty.
Friendliness and hospitality of these beautiful
people.
Government efforts are on full swing to market this
place effectively
Increased number of tourist figures over the years.
Opportunities are endless for business expansion
in the sector.

8. Infrastructure
A total road length of 7182 Kms and the second largest
airport in North East.
It is well connected with other states by all means of
transport and communication- whether it is
telecommunication, airways or roadways.
Facilities are stringent to be at par with other states of India.
In terms of health care facilities Manipur has state of art
infrastructures and expertise to take care of its people all the
time.
The vast network of distribution and existing production of
both hydro and heavy fuel make power reach to every home
in Manipur.

9. Power
Potential of producing 1654.50 MW.
Large scope for investment opportunities in the
power sector with its vast untapped perennial
streams and hydro power potential.
With this possibility power can go from Manipur to
all over other states.
Vibrant information technology manpower
potential.
The networks of it institutes and ever increasing
internet use, cyber cafes and proficiency in English
are clear example of potential of it and it enabled
services.

10. Opportunities
Serve as a gateway to south East Asian markets. Looking at
the map of Manipur you’ll find that Moreh is the only working
border trade facility that India has with Myanmar.
Vast potential exists in leveraging this advantage for export.
What you see at the volume of trade transaction is just a tip
of iceberg. Come see for yourself how big is the iceberg.
India’s look east policy and new measures taken for
advanced links with south East Asia provides export unit
based in Manipur a competitive advantage due to proximity
and natural resources.
With its strategic advantage of being the gateway to south
east Asia, trade in business in Manipur is where the future is.