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PM Modi Launches Rs 4,570 Cr Assam Projects, Flags Off 3 Key Train Services

Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled development projects worth over Rs 4,570 crore in Assam and flagged off three new train services aimed at enhancing regional connectivity. The launched trains include the Kamakhya-Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express, providing a direct link between the Northeast and Southern India. He also virtually performed Bhoomi Poojan for the Assam Mala 3.0 road initiative and other infrastructure projects in the Bodoland Territorial Region. This visit comes ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections, with the BJP aiming for a third consecutive term.

Key Points: Modi Unveils Projects, New Trains in Assam Worth Rs 4,570 Crore

  • New trains link NE to South India & Bengal
  • Road projects under Assam Mala 3.0
  • Bhoomi Poojan for flyovers and bridges
  • Focus on boosting tourism and employment
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PM Modi flags off three new train services, unveils projects worth over Rs 4,570 crore in Assam

PM Modi flags off three new train services and launches road & rail projects in Assam worth over Rs 4,570 crore to boost NE connectivity.

"These projects will help reduce traffic congestion... and improve connectivity, tourism, agricultural access, healthcare access and rural mobility. - Official Report"

Guwahati, March 13

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday unveiled various development projects worth over Rs 4,570 crore and flagged off three new train services aimed at improving connectivity in Assam's Kokrajhar and the North-East region. The three trains are the Kamakhya-Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express, Guwahati-New Jalpaiguri Express and the Narangi-Agartala Express.

The Prime Minister is on a 2-day visit to Assam ahead of the assembly elections. He performed Bhoomi Poojan and laid foundation stones for various development projects worth over Rs 4,570 crore via Video Conferencing from Guwahati as he was unable to go to Kokrajhar due to bad weather.

The Kamakhya-Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express which will provide direct rail connectivity between the North-East and Southern India, while the Guwahati-New Jalpaiguri Express will enhance connectivity between Assam and West Bengal, and the Narangi-Agartala Express will improve connectivity between Assam and Tripura, facilitating smoother inter-state travel for passengers, traders and tourists.

These projects will help reduce traffic congestion in Kokrajhar distric located in the Bodoland Territorial Region of Assam and improve connectivity, tourism, agricultural access, healthcare access and rural mobility.

PM Modi also laid the foundation stone of a Periodic Overhauling (POH) Workshop at Bashbari in Kokrajhar district. The workshop will strengthen railway maintenance infrastructure, enhance operational efficiency and create employment opportunities in the region.

PM Modi also virtually performed Bhoomi Poojan of Assam Mala 3.0, a major road infrastructure initiative worth over Rs 3,200 crore. Under this scheme, more than 900 kilometres of roads will be constructed across Assam to improve inter-state connectivity and strengthen linkages between national highways and rural roads.

The Prime Minister also performed Bhoomi Poojan for six road infrastructure projects in the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) area, including four flyovers and two bridges, with an investment of around Rs 1,100 crore.

On March 14, the Prime Minister will perform Bhoomi Poojan and dedicate to the nation various projects worth about Rs 23,550 crore at Silchar.

The Assembly polls in Assam are expected to be held next month, with the ruling BJP gearing up for a possible third consequetive term in the state.

- ANI

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Priya S
Development before elections is a predictable pattern. While the projects are needed, I hope the execution is timely and the quality is maintained. The people of Assam deserve infrastructure that lasts, not just announcements.
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Rohit P
The POH workshop in Kokrajhar is a smart move. It's not just about laying tracks but maintaining them and creating local jobs. This is real development for Bodoland region. Hope it brings more opportunities for our youth.
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Meera T
Assam Mala 3.0 with 900 km of roads! This is exactly what we need. Better roads mean farmers can get their produce to market faster, ambulances reach on time, and tourism gets a boost. A solid infrastructure push.
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David E
Visiting Assam and investing in connectivity is crucial for national integration. The Northeast has been isolated for too long. These train links will make it feel more a part of the mainland. Progress!
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Sneha F
The flyovers and bridges in BTC area are much needed to reduce traffic jams. But I just hope the tendering process is transparent and the work doesn't get stuck after the elections. We've seen that happen before.
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Vikram M
Connecting Guwahati to New Jalpaiguri is excellent for tourism. Makes the entire Darje

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