Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized the government's focus on improving infrastructure and tourism in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep. Speaking at a meeting of the Islands Development Agency (IDA) in New Delhi, he stated that these projects are a priority under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. Shah highlighted the importance of balancing development with preserving the islands' culture and heritage. He also reviewed the progress of ongoing infrastructure and development projects in these Union Territories.