During his high-profile visit to Assam (September 13–15, 2025), PM Modi laid the foundation stone for multiple health and infrastructure projects valued at approximately ₹6,300 crore in Darrang district. Key elements included the launch of Darrang Medical College and Hospital, a new nursing college, and a GNM school with a combined investment of ₹570 crore, providing 100 MBBS seats annually and new nursing training opportunities.
He also initiated two crucial connectivity projects:
- The Narengi-Kuruwa bridge over the Brahmaputra (₹1,200 crore).
- The Guwahati Ring Road project (118.5 Km, ₹4,530 crore), linking Kamrup and Darrang in Assam, and Ri Bhoi in Meghalaya, divided into several major sections for phased rollout.
Industrial Announcements:
Modi inaugurated a bamboo-based ethanol plant (₹5,000 crore) and the Petro Fluidised Catalytic Cracker Unit at the Numaligarh Refinery (₹7,230 crore) in Golaghat, boosting Assam’s clean energy and industrial footprint.
Total Value of Projects:
Assam received a “gift” worth over ₹18,530 crore in new roads, bridges, medical colleges, clean energy, and industrial investments, described as “momentous” by state officials.
PM Modi’s Vision & Remarks
Driving India’s Growth from the East:
PM Modi emphasized that “India is the fastest-growing country in the world, and Assam has emerged as one of the fastest-growing states,” expressing pride in Assam’s development trajectory. He committed to transforming the East and North-East into the engines of national progress, noting that development, once concentrated in the West and South, will now shift Eastward.
Connectivity as Key
“He highlighted progress in physical infrastructure—roads, bridges, rail, air—as well as digital expansion through broadband and 5G, strengthening tourism and employment prospects for local youth”.
Healthcare & Education Focus:
The addition of new medical and nursing colleges was described as critical for closing healthcare gaps and building educational capacity in the region.
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Other National Development Announcements
PM Modi has announced major national initiatives over the past months, expanding beyond Assam:
| Initiative | Focus / Value | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Semiconductor manufacturing | First chip by end of 2025 | Tech self-reliance |
| Nuclear Power Expansion | 10x capacity by 2047 | Energy security |
| GST Reforms | Announced Diwali 2025 | Tax relief for businesses, MSMEs |
| PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana | ₹1 lakh crore for 3 crore youth | Job creation, economic growth |
| Reform Task Force | Next-gen reforms | Streamlined governance |
| Ocean Energy Mission | Deepwater resource exploration | Energy independence |
| Jet Engine National Mission | Indigenous jet engine development | Defense, aviation tech |
These reflect Modi’s broader vision to make India a developed, self-reliant country by 2047, with strategic investment in technology, infrastructure, clean energy, jobs, and regional upliftment