More recently, infrastructure development in Assam, now almost complete with over 31,800 kilometers of roads and over 1,401 bridges covering the entire state, received a tremendous boost. State infrastructure and connectivity have primarily focused on improving remote access and connecting underserved and underdeveloped areas across Assam. The Assam government has ambitious infrastructure developments set to better connect every part of the state to bring in easy access and catalytic growth at the regional level.
Top Achievements in Assam Infrastructure Development
Under various initiatives and government schemes, Assam has come out to be very developed with the construction of roads and bridges. It is developing transportation and economic development. So far, the Assam government has constructed 9,066 roads over 31,869 kilometers and completed the construction of 1,401 bridges. All these projects aim to enhance connectivity, thereby making transport smoother and more efficient for the people of Assam.
The state has been focusing particularly on the development of roads and bridges in its Aspirational Districts, that are more in need, in order to bring them at par with other districts of the state. This is part of the Assam government’s vision for inclusive growth.
Strategic Schemes Pushing Connectivity
Several important schemes and initiatives are underway to improve connectivity in Assam, which aims at upgrading infrastructure. Geo-tagging has been done for 4,125 habitations across the state under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana, a central government initiative that has assisted in the development of rural roads. Under PMGSY-IV, 3,322 habitations have already been sanctioned and completed, thus improving access to vital services for rural populations.
Apart from this, PM-Jan Jatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan has identified 834 habitations in 652 villages focusing on Aspirational Districts. It aims at the tribal and the downtrodden section as they have better roads and transport facilities.
Recent Developments: Loh Purush Bishnuram Medhi Setu
Assam Chief Minister earlier on Sunday performed Bhumi Pujan of Loh Purush Bishnuram Medhi Setu connecting Palasbari and Sualkuchi. The 12.2 km long bridge, the 8th over the Brahmaputra, will boost connectivity between two very important regions in the state.
The bridge will link Sualkuchi, commonly known as Assam’s “Vastra Nagri” or Textile Town and one of the main centers for Assam Silk Products, with Palasbari, a newly emerging growth center close to Guwahati, Assam’s capital.
Brahmaputra River Bridges: A Future for Better Connectivity
The Loh Purush Bishnuram Medhi Setu is part of an overall effort to improve connectivity over the Brahmaputra River. Prior to 2014, only three bridges crossed the river. Since then, three more have been built and one is almost complete.
Other than the new bridge, the Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma, has claimed that foundation stones have already been laid by the Prime Minister of India, Mr. Narendra Modi in 2023 of another bridge across the Brahmaputra to further link major centers together and lower traveling times further. Such growth will stimulate the economy and improve society.
Economic Impacts of Infrastructure Developments
The infrastructure development to be carried out in Assam would be an ever boon to the economy there. It would mean proper access towards markets, business, and services from which trades and investment in the states would be furthered and job. It will further make easier rural people by connecting with the urban societies, therefore improving quality of life.
In relation to this, the state will see more regional integration from the government, which will, in turn, boost the growth of the economy at different parts of the state. Also, the finished bridges of such magnitude as the Loh Purush Bishnuram Medhi Setu will bring much better logistical capacity within the state, especially transporting commodities that are vital in keeping Assam developing.
Future Prospect: More Development and Growth
Infrastructure development remains a commitment of the Assam government too. The Loh Purush Bishnuram Medhi Setu is the latest in a long list of projects. It would have an estimated total project cost of about Rs 3,197 crore. According to expectations, it should be completed by June 2028. The implications of such and other similar projects on the connectivity of Assam and its economy would, therefore, prove lasting.
Conclusion
This feat of more than 31,800 km of roads and over 1,400 bridges proves the interest Assam is taking in improving connectivity in order to gain holistic development. With a few more projects under its belt and focus on strategic development of infrastructure, Assam is soon going to emerge as one of the best connected and rich states in the years ahead. Development of roads and bridges leading to continuous improvement through connectivity shall play an important role for the brighter future of Assam.
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