Giving a prime focus on the holistic development of every corner of Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has dedicated developmental projects worth more than ₹100 cr to the hill district Karbi Anglong.
The development works encompassing laying, widening, improving, and upgrading of roads, including bridges and other projects, are expected to revolutionise connectivity in Karbi Anglong.
“All these projects will bring about unprecedented development in Karbi Anglong,” the Chief Minister said while addressing a gathering in Diphu, adding, “Besides, pre-school kit materials at Anganwadi Centres will create a joyful and enriching learning environment for young children, fostering their holistic development through play-based activities and diverse learning materials.”
The Chief Minister announced that from October 1 this year, steps will be taken to enhance the remuneration for the Anganwadi workers and the helpers, “One-time grant will be provided to the Anganwadi workers and helpers.”
The Chief Minister informed that the Government is taking all steps to revamp the academic atmosphere, including the infrastructure of educational institutions, right from Anganwadi Centres to colleges in Karbi Anglong, so that they can produce competent human resources.
“We have been undertaking various infrastructure projects with a strong focus on educational needs, and this effort will continue. If we aspire to provide our children with quality higher education, the foundation must be laid early, beginning with proper learning at Anganwadi centres,” he added.
“To relieve the people of Diphu from traffic congestion, the 1.4 km four-lane under-construction flyover from Diphu Stadium to General Post Office, being constructed using the financial outlay of ₹198 cr, will be completed by 31 December 2025. Moreover, the target has been fixed to complete the construction of a 29.70 km road from Hamren to Tumpreng by December this year,” CM added.
