Assam CM reviews construction progress of Shaheed Kanaklata Barua State University
Himanta Biswa Sarma reviewed construction at Shaheed Kanaklata Barua State University on November 13. He ordered faster work, stronger connectivity and planning for a green campus.
- Nov 13, 2026,
- Updated Nov 13, 2026, 2:51 PM IST
- Academic buildings, student hostels and residential facilities receive priority for completion
- Officials will develop a four-lane road link from National Highway 15
- A railway overbridge is proposed to strengthen access to the institution
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on November 13 reviewed the progress of Shaheed Kanaklata Barua State University at Bholaguri Tea Estate, where construction work is currently 25 per cent complete.
During the review, the Chief Minister directed officials to expedite the construction of academic buildings, boys’ and girls’ hostels, and residential facilities.
He also emphasised the need to improve connectivity to the university, directing officials to develop a four-lane road link from National Highway 15 and construct a railway overbridge.
The Chief Minister further instructed the preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the second phase of construction and called for a comprehensive plan to develop the university as a green and sustainable campus.
