Northeast India represents one of the most geographically diverse and ecologically significant regions of the country. Comprising eight states—Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, and Sikkim—the region is characterized by complex landscapes, rich biodiversity, diverse ethnic communities, and unique socio-cultural formations. Its geographical features include the Himalayan mountains, extensive river valleys, dense forests, hills, plateaus, and international borders with countries such as China, Bhutan, Myanmar, and Bangladesh.