Assam: Security beefed up in Guwahati ahead of PM Modi's visit

Preparations are underway in Guwahati ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the state on February 3 and 4. 

Security arrangements have been heightened in the state. 

Prime Minister Modi will address a mega public rally and will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate several projects worth crores on February 4 at Veterinary College Field, Khanapara in Guwahati.

Meanwhile, the Guwahati Traffic Police has issued a set of restrictions in view of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Guwahati visit who will embark on a two-day visit to Assam from February 3 and is scheduled to inaugurate several developments projects, besides addressing a public rally at Khanapara veterinary college grounds here on Sunday.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took to microblogging site X on February 2  expressing anticipation for the imminent visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the state. The Chief Minister acknowledged the Prime Minister's continuous support and highlighted the unprecedented growth propelled by Modi's focused guidance.

CM Sarma extended a warm welcome to Prime Minister Modi stating the profound affection the Prime Minister has for Assam. He expressed eagerness for the Prime Minister's visit, slated for February 3 and hinted at a new era of development poised to dawn upon the state.

Also Read: PM Modi to inaugurate projects worth Rs 11,599 crore during Assam visit; key highlights

Key Projects to be Launched:

1.    Maa Kamakhya Divyalok Pariyojana: An ambitious project with an estimated cost of Rs 498 crore.

2.    Widening of Road connecting Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport: A critical infrastructure upgrade with an investment of Rs 358 crore.

3.    Upgradation of 43 roads under Asom Mala 2.0: Including the construction of 38 bridges, with a total budget of Rs 3,444 crore.

4.    Upgradation of Nehru Stadium into a FIFA Standard Football Stadium: A major sports infrastructure project with an investment of Rs 831 crore.

5.    Chandrapur Stadium:  A project worth Rs 300 crore aimed at boosting sports facilities.

6.    Infrastructure Development of Guwahati Medical College and Hospital: An investment of Rs 3,250 crore to enhance healthcare facilities.

7.    Karimganj Medical College: A medical infrastructure project with a budget of Rs 578 crore.

8.    Unity Mall Development: An investment of Rs 297 crore for the development of commercial and recreational spaces.