Pasighat, Feb. 12 -- Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Mebo MLA Oken Tayeng hosted the 14th edition of North East Leaders Connect (NELC) from February 9 to 11 at Abor Country Resort in Arunachal Pradesh.

The event saw leaders from various Northeast states, including Baichung Bhutia, Dr. Lalrintluanga, Karma Paljor, and Hekani Jakhalu, discussing key regional issues.

Chief Minister Pema Khandu stated the need to support young ecopreneurs in forest and biodiversity conservation.

He highlighted the Northeast's vital role in the country's forest coverage and the importance of sustainable development.

The NELC, in partnership with the Mobius Foundation and the University of Cambridge, aims to empower youth in conservation pr...