Assam Cabinet Finalizes Multi-Sector Development Push Across Dibrugarh and Statewide Initiatives
The Cabinet has approved major investments in Dibrugarh's infrastructure, cultural tourism, renewable energy, Kaziranga expansion, and industrial growth, marking a transformative step for Assam's economy and governance.
Overview
- The Assam Cabinet has allocated ₹284 crore for a new Assembly campus in Dibrugarh, featuring an Assembly building, MLA hostels, and a 1,000-seat auditorium.
- Khanikar Stadium in Dibrugarh will be upgraded into the state’s largest stadium with a seating capacity of 35,000, backed by a ₹209 crore investment.
- A new Concert Tourism Policy positions Dibrugarh, Guwahati, and Jorhat as hubs for national and international music events to boost cultural tourism.
- The Assam Solar Power Generation Promotion Policy, 2025, aims to develop 3,500 MW of solar capacity by 2030, creating about 15,000 jobs.
- The Cabinet approved the expansion of Kaziranga National Park by over 47,000 hectares and completed its ₹823 crore equity investment in Numaligarh Refinery Ltd.