By Dalim Phukan<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Guwahati, Aug 30 : The Assam BJP has welcomed a series of key and forward-looking decisions taken at the latest meeting of the State Cabinet, describing them as a significant step towards accelerating Assam\u2019s overall development, strengthening public welfare and building a robust and self-reliant state for future generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a press statement issued from the BJP\u2019s Assam headquarters, Atal Bihari Vajpayee Bhawan, party spokesperson Brojen Mahanta said the decisions reflected the state government\u2019s commitment to giving greater momentum to the vision of a \u201cViksit Assam\u201d under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Among the major decisions, the Cabinet has approved the establishment of an integrated renewable energy project in Goalpara with a capacity of 30 MW of solar power generation and 25 MW of energy storage. The initiative is expected to expand the state\u2019s use of renewable energy while strengthening its long-term energy security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a major boost to Assam\u2019s healthcare infrastructure, the Cabinet has also approved the establishment of a Proton Beam Therapy Centre at the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital at an estimated cost of nearly \u20b9600 crore. The state-of-the-art facility is expected to mark a significant advancement in cancer treatment in Assam and make advanced healthcare more accessible to patients across the Northeast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In line with the \u201cViksit Assam: Vision\u201d roadmap, the Cabinet has approved an investment of \u20b950,000 crore over the next five years for the implementation of major capital infrastructure projects across the state. The large-scale investment is expected to create new opportunities for infrastructure development, economic expansion and employment generation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To improve connectivity in and around Lanka town, the Cabinet has approved an expenditure of more than \u20b9155 crore for the construction of an approximately 1.1-km railway overbridge connecting Kherbari-Chabiali in West Karbi Anglong with the bypass section of National Highway 27. The project is expected to ease traffic movement and strengthen connectivity in the region. The Cabinet has also approved an allocation of more than \u20b9109 crore for infrastructure development at Gauhati University, further bolstering the state\u2019s higher education infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In another key decision, 1,174 bighas of land in Nagaon and Kamrup Metropolitan districts have been approved for allocation to the Department of Industries, Commerce and Public Enterprises for the development of industrial estates and land banks. The move is expected to facilitate the establishment of new industries by ensuring the availability of suitable land and a more enabling investment environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cabinet has also approved amendments to the Assam Industrial and Investment Policy, 2019, to include vehicle scrapping facilities among eligible industries. At the same time, it has approved the provision of favourable industrial incentives for proposed investments of nearly \u20b9300 crore, aimed at attracting large-scale investment to the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Further, through amendments to the Assam Trade Articles (Licensing and Control) Order, 2026, the Cabinet has decided to remove the requirement for a retail licence for the sale of petroleum products, a move aimed at simplifying business procedures and creating a more business-friendly and investment-oriented environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Giving priority to food security and public welfare, the Cabinet has approved the continuation of subsidised distribution of masoor dal and sugar at a combined price of \u20b9105. More than 70 lakh families across the state are expected to benefit from the measure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cabinet has also approved the introduction of a new valuation mechanism for determining the market value of tea gardens and for calculating stamp duty and registration fees on the transfer of tea garden land. The decision is expected to bring greater transparency, consistency and efficiency to the valuation of land and properties associated with the tea industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mahanta said the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led state government was steadily pursuing a development model that combines immediate public welfare with long-term economic and infrastructural growth. He said the latest Cabinet decisions would serve as another significant milestone in Assam\u2019s journey towards becoming a stronger, self-reliant and more prosperous state.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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