Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday met Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari in New Delhi to review the progress of the state’s flagship infrastructure projects.
Taking to social media platform X, CM Sarma said, “In New Delhi today, I had a fruitful meeting with Hon’ble Union Minister Shri @nitin_gadkari Ji. We reviewed the progress of Assam’s flagship infra projects and sought @MORTHIndia’s cooperation in their time-bound completion. Hon’ble Minister has assured us of the Ministry’s undivided focus on this matter.”
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari posted on X, “Reviewed the ongoing National Highway projects in Assam, with Assam Chief Minister Shri @himantabiswa Ji and senior officials in Delhi today. These projects will significantly boost regional connectivity, enhance trade routes, and accelerate economic growth across the northeastern region of the country.”
The meeting highlights Assam’s commitment to accelerating crucial infrastructure projects, essential for the state’s development and connectivity.
The Chief Minister on Wednesday met the Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, Dr. Arvind Panagariya, and discussed a host of issues pertaining to devolution of funds given the state’s unique aspects.
“We discussed aspects unique to Assam with regards to devolution of funds,” he stated.
Sarma said the Assam Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme 2025 is a game-changer for electronics manufacturing companies.
He said, “With a host of incentives for various target segments, over and above Central incentives, it makes Assam a preferred destination for Electronics Manufacturing.
