Overview

• King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuk of Bhutan conducted a 90-minute inspection of the International Multimodal Logistics Park (MMLP) in Jogighopa, Assam, on April 19, 2025.
• The MMLP, developed under the Bharatmala Pariyojana, integrates road, rail, air, and waterways to enhance regional trade and economic ties.
• The king reviewed the park’s master plan and raised queries about its import-export logistics and cargo-handling capabilities at the nearby Inland Water Transport terminal.
• Security was heightened during the visit, with local and Bhutanese forces deployed and media access restricted due to diplomatic sensitivity.
• The park’s strategic location near Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Guwahati positions it as a critical hub for seamless cross-border commerce.