Overview

• The chief minister announced a flyover from Capital Point to Rangirkhari costing Rs 700 crore, with construction slated for November–December and a two-year completion target.
• He inaugurated a 24.5-feet bronze statue of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose at Rangirkhari, crafted by sculptor Arun Yogiraj and facilitated by a local committee led by MLA Dipayan Chakraborty.
• A statue of Shaheed Mangal Pandey was also unveiled at the Silchar Bypass trijunction near NIT Silchar, highlighting the region’s ties to India’s freedom struggle.
• Sarma pledged action against illegal land occupation by non-Indians, saying evictions will proceed wherever required while assuring Barak Valley residents of safety and development.
• Addressing community concerns, he assured Bengali Hindus they would not face Aadhaar-related hurdles and defended the Bengali language after a party colleague’s disputed characterization.