Climate adaptation in the North-East must begin with the geography, livelihoods and local institutions that shape everyday life across the region.

A stronger regional strategy would connect scientific research with community planning, resilient public infrastructure and transparent funding.

Researchers at Manipur University have developed a rice line designed to withstand longer dry spells while maintaining yields under local growing conditions.

The team said the next stage will involve field trials with farmers in different agro-climatic zones.