Overview

• Assam originally planned the 3,000-MW thermal project in Kokrajhar but relocated it after criticism over acquiring tribal land.
• Two parcels in Dhubri and Goalpara have been identified as alternate sites for the plant.
• The state plans to issue tenders shortly for the project, which carries an estimated ₹40,000-crore investment.
• Officials estimate the plant will generate around 100,000 direct and indirect jobs.
• This initiative complements other infrastructure drives in Assam, such as the ₹26,000-crore Tata Group semiconductor unit in Jagiroad.