Guwahati, Assam: Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Assam on Sunday, February 4, 2024, and launched a slew of infrastructure projects worth Rs 11,000 crore. These projects are aimed at strengthening the connectivity of Assam and the Northeast region with other South Asian countries and boosting the tourism sector, thereby creating more employment opportunities.
- Infrastructure Push: PM Modi inaugurated projects worth Rs 11,000 crore, including the Kamakhya Temple Corridor project, a six-lane road from the new airport terminal in Guwahati, and the upgradation of Nehru Stadium to FIFA standards.
- Pilgrim Facilitation: The new Kamakhya Temple Corridor project promises world-class facilities for pilgrims visiting the revered Hindu shrine.
- Healthcare Focus: PM Modi highlighted the increase in medical colleges in Assam from 6 to 12 during his tenure and emphasized the state’s emerging role as a major cancer treatment center in the Northeast.
- Culture and History: The Prime Minister stressed the importance of preserving India’s cultural heritage and criticized past administrations for neglecting places of worship.
- Warm Reception: PM Modi received a rousing welcome in Guwahati, with thousands lining the streets and chanting his name.
मोदी है तो मुमकिन है।
— Chandra Mohan Patowary (@cmpatowary) February 4, 2024
A rousing welcome to Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji as he arrives at the venue for dedicating various projects for the development of #Assam.#PMModiInAssam pic.twitter.com/2IysROGIes
The Rs 11,000 crore investment in infrastructure projects is expected to improve connectivity, boost tourism, and create job opportunities in Assam and the Northeast region. The focus on pilgrim facilities at the Kamakhya Temple is likely to attract more visitors and contribute to the local economy. The emphasis on healthcare infrastructure expansion and cancer treatment facilities addresses crucial needs in the region. While PM Modi’s remarks on cultural heritage resonated with his supporters, his criticism of past administrations might attract further political debate.