• Assam CM inaugurates Rs 42 crore Atal Uran Setu to ease congestion in Barpeta Road, boost infrastructure & entrepreneurship

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    Assam CM inaugurates Rs 42 crore Atal Uran Setu to ease congestion in Barpeta Road, boost infrastructure & entrepreneurship
    Chief minister spoke at a public gathering in the Barpeta area today following the inauguration of multiple development projects...

    Digital Desk: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday inaugurated welfare projects, laid foundations, and performed Bhoomi Poojan for projects worth Rs 624 crore in the Barpeta district.

    The Chief Minister Office (CMO) took to ‘X’ handle saying, “These projects will greatly enhance the infrastructure of Barpeta district including its roads, health, drinking water and sports.”



    The chief minister was greeted with a raucous greeting upon his arrival in Sorbhog, Barpeta. 

    Following CM's arrival, he dedicated the Multi Utility Building in Sorbhog.

    This Rs 10 crore facility is intended to promote business growth and increase entrepreneurial activity in the area. 

    CM Sarma then unveiled a life-size statue of the late G.L. Agarwala in front of the Barpeta Road Xahitya Xabha Bhawan. 

    “The statue is a tribute to his vast contribution to the socio-economic empowerment of the people,” stated the CMO in another tweet.

    Following that, the chief minister attended a roadshow in Barpeta Road, where he was met with a great reception from the people. 

    Earlier today, the Atal Uran Setu, which will ensure uninterrupted connectivity between North and South Barpeta Road, was inaugurated by the chief minister. 

    "Built for Rs 42 crore, this flyover, over the railway line will act as a lifeline for the people of the town," a tweet by the CMO claimed.

    Meanwhile, the chief minister spoke at a public gathering in the Barpeta area today following the inauguration of multiple development projects and the laying of the foundation stone.