Composite District Infrastructure Index

It is an index prepared by Ministry of DoNER to aid in better targeting of schemes and projects within the North Eastern region (NER) for reducing intra-regional disparity. The index is prepared based on 7 indicators, namely, transport facilities, energy, water supply, education, health facilities, communication infrastructure and banking facilities. It acts as a benchmark in formulating and implementing various policies by the ministry.

The mission will be implemented on a pilot basis in the hilly districts of Manipur. Under this mission, the government will adopt a two-fold approach.

• The first approach is to ensure equitable development of every area, tribe and every section in the North Eastern Region.
• The second approach is to bring the eight North Eastern Region States at par with the more developed states of India.