PM Modi unveiled the initiatives by means of video convention from Guwahati after his Kokrajhar go to was cancelled as a consequence of heavy rain. Photo: X/@narendramodi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi nearly unveiled initiatives price over ₹4,570 crore in Assam’s Kokrajhar district on Friday, forward of the meeting elections.
He unveiled the initiatives by means of video convention from Guwahati after his Kokrajhar go to was cancelled as a consequence of heavy rain.
Asserting that sounds of bombs and gunfire are a factor of the previous within the Northeast, Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned the BJP ensured long-lasting peace within the area, whereas the Congress signed varied accords for “selfish interests”.
Mr. Modi alleged Congress endangered nationwide safety by handing over the ‘land of indigenous people to infiltrators.’
“Punish Congress in the upcoming elections and give a clear message that there is no place for infiltrators in this country,” he added.
The PM flagged off three new trains, the Kamakhya-Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express, the Guwahati-New Jalpaiguri Express, and the Narangi-Agartala Express.
He additionally laid the muse stone of a Periodic Overhauling (POH) Workshop at Bashbari within the district to strengthen railway upkeep and improve operational effectivity.
Mr. Modi nearly took half within the ‘Bhoomi Poojan’ for Assam Mala 3.0, a serious street infrastructure initiative. More than 900 km of roads will likely be constructed beneath the scheme to enhance inter-state connectivity and strengthen hyperlinks between nationwide highways and rural roads.
He additionally nearly took half within the ‘Bhoomi Poojan’ for 4 flyovers and two bridges within the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) space, which will likely be developed at an funding of round 1,1₹00 crore.
These initiatives are anticipated to ease visitors congestion in Kokrajhar district and enhance connectivity, tourism, agricultural entry, healthcare entry and rural mobility, officers mentioned.
Assembly elections in Assam are anticipated to be held in April, with the ruling BJP eyeing a 3rd straight time period in energy.
Published – March 13, 2026 03:36 pm IST
