Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is set to visit Karbi Anglong district on Thursday to inaugurate a series of development projects worth over Rs 100 crore. These projects aim to improve connectivity in the region and enhance its cultural and natural heritage.

In a post on X, Sarma stated, “I will shortly be in Karbi Anglong to dedicate a host of projects worth over Rs 100 crore to the people. These projects will boost connectivity, honour unsung heroes, and improve the visual appeal of the region.”

The initiatives are part of broader efforts to promote development in Karbi Anglong while preserving the region’s unique heritage.

Sarma also provided updates on key medical projects in the state, including the transformation of Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) into one of the largest medical facilities in the country. The new Mother and Child Care Hospital at GMCH will feature 800 beds and provide specialised paediatric care. The facility is part of a larger restructuring plan for GMCH.

The Chief Minister also inspected the progress of Pragjyotishpur Medical College and Hospital, which is set to become Guwahati’s second medical college, with plans to open by August 15.

In addition, Sarma announced that the Assam government has extended financial assistance worth over Rs 40 crore to temples and prayer halls of indigenous faiths over the past two years, highlighting the government’s commitment to preserving Assam’s indigenous cultures.