Guwahati, February 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to unveil significant projects during his visit to Assam on Saturday. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma warmly welcomed PM Modi upon his arrival in the state.
In a post on the social media platform ‘X’, Chief Minister Sarma expressed, “A heartfelt welcome to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sacred land of Maa Kamakhya and the great personality Srimanta Sankardev. Assam eagerly awaits the inauguration of historical projects that will enhance connectivity, technology, and growth in our state.”
Sarma also shared images on ‘X’, showcasing the newly completed Kumar Verma Bridge in Guwahati.
During his visit, PM Modi will participate in several events. He is expected to land at the Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) located on the Moran bypass in Dibrugarh around 10:30 AM, where he will witness aerial displays of fighter jets, transport aircraft, and helicopters.
The Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) is the first of its kind in Northeast India. Developed in coordination with the Indian Air Force, it is specifically designed for military and civilian aircraft to land and take off during emergencies. This facility will serve as a crucial asset for emergency response, enabling rapid deployment of rescue and relief operations during natural disasters or strategic needs in the Northeast. The ELF is capable of operating fighter jets weighing up to 40 tons and transport aircraft with a maximum take-off weight of 74 tons.
Following this, PM Modi will arrive in Guwahati around 1 PM to inaugurate the Kumar Verma Bridge, constructed at a cost of approximately ₹3,030 crores over the Brahmaputra River. Later, around 1:30 PM, he will inaugurate and launch several other projects worth over ₹5,450 crores at Lachit Ghat in Guwahati.
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