Prime Minister Modi to Inaugurate Key Projects in Assam on December 20-21
Prime Minister's Upcoming Visit to Assam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Assam on December 20 and 21. During this two-day trip, he will inaugurate the Bamboo Orchids Terminal 2 at Guwahati Airport on December 20. On the following day, he will lay the foundation stone for a new brownfield ammonia-urea complex in Namrup, which is being developed with an investment of ₹12,000 crores. According to an official statement, Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the Prime Minister will also visit the state BJP headquarters in Guwahati and pay tribute to the martyrs of the Assam movement at the Shaheed Smarak area in West Boragaon.
Details of the Bamboo Orchids Terminal 2
The Bamboo Orchids Terminal 2 at Guwahati Airport is inspired by the Kopo flower (foxtail orchid) and local bamboo. The design of this unique terminal was unveiled by Prime Minister Modi and Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma during the Advantage Assam 2.0 event. This new terminal, which has the capacity to handle 13.1 million passengers annually, is expected to enhance economic integration and inclusive development across all eight states in the northeastern region.
Preparations for the Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony
On December 14, Sarbananda Sonowal, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, visited the Namrup fertilizer complex in Dibrugarh district to review the ground preparations ahead of Prime Minister Modi's visit. Modi will lay the foundation stone for the fourth fertilizer plant in Namrup. This new brownfield ammonia-urea complex will be established with an investment exceeding ₹10,000 crores at the existing site of Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited (BVFCL). This initiative is viewed as a significant step towards strengthening Assam's industrial base and improving fertilizer availability in northeastern and eastern India.
Logistics and Security Assessments
During his site visit, Sonowal evaluated the logistics arrangements, security measures, and overall readiness for the Prime Minister's program. He also reviewed the progress of preliminary works and coordinated with officials to ensure that all preparations for the foundation stone laying ceremony are completed smoothly and on time. The new brownfield ammonia-urea complex is anticipated to play a crucial role in bolstering Assam's industrial framework and enhancing fertilizer accessibility in the region.