Guwahati: Assam Chief Secretary Ravi Kota reaffirmed the state government’s unwavering commitment to the Barak Valley’s progress during his intensive four-day visit to the region. Calling the valley’s future “a priority of the Government of Assam,” Kota said every department was working in tandem to transform the region’s infrastructure, education, and healthcare landscape.
Arriving in Silchar after visiting Shribhumi and Hailakandi, the Chief Secretary’s schedule was packed with review meetings, site inspections, and public interactions—highlighting the administration’s resolve to fast-track development in this strategically and economically significant region.
At the heart of the visit was a high-level review meeting at the newly built conference hall of the District Commissioner’s office in Cachar, where Kota, along with Cachar DC Mridul Yadav and senior officials, reviewed major projects being implemented by the National Highway Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL). The four-lane Silchar–Vairengte corridor, the Panchgram bypass, and the Badarpur bypass—targeted for completion by August 2026—received special attention. Kota called for swift action to resolve all pending issues and maintain project timelines.
He also reviewed other key works like the Capital Point to Rangirkhari road stretch and the construction of a Bailey bridge, both expected to ease traffic bottlenecks and improve intra-valley connectivity. Emphasising efficiency, the Chief Secretary urged NHIDCL officials to remove procedural delays and focus on execution.
Education and healthcare were equally high on the agenda. Kota inspected the women’s college and residential school in Sonai, now on the brink of handover, and ensured that final preparations including electrification, water supply, and furnishing are expedited. He also evaluated the development of model schools in tea garden areas, which aim to uplift the children of plantation workers and bring educational equity to the margins.
On the health front, Kota expressed satisfaction at the near completion of the 50-bedded Critical Care Block at S.M. Dev Civil Hospital and reviewed the ambitious 500-bed Emergency Hospital project at Silchar Medical College. He encouraged the Health Department to maintain momentum to ensure timely delivery of both vital healthcare initiatives.
The visit also saw updates from departments such as Excise, Agriculture, Water Resources, and Education. Kota provided direct inputs and urged inter-departmental coordination to ensure that schemes are implemented effectively and transparently.
Later, in a more personal setting at the old conference hall, Kota engaged in a candid conversation with local citizens, senior community leaders, and elected representatives. He reassured them that projects like the Guwahati–Silchar highway, upgraded railway infrastructure, and a host of social development schemes were designed with Barak Valley’s long-term growth in mind.
The Chief Secretary’s visit concluded with a strong message: Barak Valley’s aspirations are not just heard—they are being acted upon with urgency and intent.
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