PM Modi to launch development projects in Assam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch development projects, including an AIIMS and three medical colleges built at a cost of around ₹14,300 crore, during a visit to Assam on April 14.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch development projects, including an AIIMS and three medical colleges built at a cost of around ₹14,300 crore, during a visit to Assam on April 14.

“Among other projects, Mr. Modi will lay the foundation stone of a bridge on the Brahmaputra river connecting Palashbari and Sualkuchi and also launch the beautification exercise of Rang Ghar, Sivasaga,” a statement said.

One of the highlights of Mr. Modi's visit will be a mega Bihu dance which will feature more than 10,000 performers.

He will also lay the foundation stone of Assam Advanced Health Care Innovation Institute (AAHII) and launch ' Aapke Dwar Ayushman' campaign by distributing Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) cards to eligible beneficiaries. He will attend a programme to mark the platinum jubilee celebrations of the Guwahati High Court at Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra, Guwahati.

In the evening, the statement said, Mr. Modi will reach Sarusajai Stadium, Guwahati to preside over a public function where he will witness the Bihu programme and also lay the foundation stone and dedicate to the nation various development projects.

The operationalisation of AIIMS, Guwahati, will mark a momentous occasion for the State of Assam and the entire North-East region, it said, asserting that this is a testimony of Mr. Modi's commitment to strengthening health infrastructure across the country.