Moreh in Manipur is the gateway to South-East Asia
Largest producer of Oak Tasar variety of silk in India More than 70'% of Manipur's geographical area falls under forest cover. Major forest products of the state include timber, firewood and bamboo. Manipur s primarily an agriculture based economy and has scope for commercial plantation of a varlety of horticulture crops such as figs, olive and mandarin. It is the largest producer of passion fruit among Indian states. Hand loom, handicraft and sericulture-based Industries are most-developed in the state and contribute significantly to state income.
Manipur shares its border with Nagaland, Cachar district of Assam and Mizoram in India and the international border with Myanmar - Chin Hills and Chindwin. Imphal, the state's capital Is well-connected with an international airport having air cargo services and four national highways. The railway line on the Manipur-Assam border is being constructed on a priority basis.
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