Racist attacks on people from North East should be dealt with iron hand. For that matter any racist attack. They should be booked under both National Security Act as such acts are a threat to India's pluralist character and integrity. They should also be booked under Insult to National Honour Act as such acts by a few bring a bad name to the country as a whole.
People from NE are potential talent pool. I found them good at sports, dentistry and handicrafts. They should be given every help and made to feel safe. Chandigarh initiative should be emulated and rewarded.