Union Minister of State for Environment, Forests and Climate Change Anil Madhav Dave on Thursday announced that the Centre will develop the Loktak lake, the largest fresh water body in eastern India.
Talking to reporters at the conclusion of his two - day official visit to the border state, he said: "As soon as I reach Delhi I shall be in touch with all Ministries which are connected with the project.
I will even take the issue to the United Nations. "
On Thursday, he visited the lake and went to lake islet Pabot Ching to see the proposed developmental works.
Manipur's environment Minister Irengbam Hemochandra and senior officials also accompanied the Minister.
Later women of the BJP Mandal at Thanga, an islet in the lake, accorded him a warm welcome.
During his brief speech, Dave extolled the rich culture and arts of Manipur.
He said funds will not be lacking for the overall development of the northeastern states.
"People of Manipur are blessed with the largest lake while there is a shortage of water at many places. "