Guwahati: Marking a significant push towards revitalising the Inland Water Transport (IWT) sector and bolstering connectivity in the North Eastern Region, Rs 254 crore worth projects will be inaugurated in Guwahati, Assam.
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, is scheduled to inaugurate crucial projects totaling at Pandu Port, Guwahati.
marking a significant step towards revitalizing the Inland Water Transport (IWT) sector and enhancing connectivity in the North Eastern Region.
The inaugurated projects will include Passenger-cum-Cargo Terminal at Bogibeel worth Rs. 46.60 crore; Inland Water Transport Terminal at Sonamura worth Rs. 6.91 crore; Upgraded Terminals at Karimganj and Badarpur worth Rs. 6.40 crore; Six Jetties at various locations on River Brahmaputra worth Rs. 8.45 crore; 19 passenger vessels for National Waterway-2 and National Waterway-16 worth Rs. 25 crore; Extension of Jetty, Integrated Office, and Bank Protection worth Rs. 30 crore.
These infrastructural developments are poised to significantly enhance connectivity within the Northeast, facilitating smoother movement of both passengers and cargo.
Furthermore, the foundation stone for the IWAI Dhubri Office Complex worth Rs. 7.50 crore for Immigration and Customs will be laid, emphasising the government’s commitment to streamlining administrative processes and infrastructure development in the region.
The event will witness the presence of several dignitaries, including Queen Oja, Member of Parliament, Guwahati, Parimal Suklabaidya, Minister of Transport, Fisheries & Excise, Government of Assam, and other esteemed guests. Additionally, virtual attendance will include Rameswar Teli, Minister of State for Petroleum & Natural Gas, Labour & Employment, along with several MLAs from different constituencies.
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