Arunachal Pradesh - At a glance
Area: 83,743 km2
Population: 1,382,611 (2011 Census)
Major Tribes: 20
International Border: 1628 kms
Capital: Shillong Situated 350 above MSL. Naharlagun and Pasighat are the other key cities in the state.
Economy: Predominantly an agrarian economy

Important industries: Bamboo, agriculture and allied industries, forest products, horticulture, fruit orchards, rice mills, fruit preservation units and handloom handicrafts.
GDP: 9,357 (Rupees in crores)
Major Towns: Itanagar, Naharlagun, Tawang, Bomdila, Rupa, Bhalukpong, Seppa, Ziro, Daporijo, Along, Pasighat, Yingkiong, Roing, Tezu, Namsai, Khonsa
Important Minerals: Dolomite, Graphite, Coal, Quartzite, Limestone, Crude Oil, Natural Gas, Yello Ochre, Marble

Advantages:

• Conducive Agro Climatic conditions
• Abundant Natural resources
• Highly developed handicraft skills
• Ecological diversity
• Proximity to China and South East Asian markets

Export prospects of Arunachal Pradesh:

SHEFEXIL's portfolio of NTFP's consist of the following items, which are found in Arunachal Pradesh:

• Medicinal Plants & Extracts
• Cane
• Bamboo