Assam’s Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, laid the foundation stones for four projects totaling Rs 272.21 crore in Dhakuakhana to combat flood and erosion. These projects aim to address long-standing issues and promote heritage and public welfare. One of the key initiatives includes a scheme under the Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Erosion Risk Management project, funded by the Asian Development Bank, to tackle flood and erosion challenges in Dhakuakhana.
The projects encompass critical stretches totaling 8 kilometers and include upgrading the Dhakuakhana Sub Divisional Civil Hospital to a 200-bed facility at a cost of Rs 89.86 crore. Additionally, the development of the historic Sri Sri Basudeb Than and the heritage Faat Bihu of Dhakuakhana are part of the initiatives. The projects involve various infrastructural developments such as guest houses, cultural auditoriums, and open-air stages, among others.
Chief Minister Sarma also announced plans to upgrade the Majuli Bogibeel connecting embankment road to a state highway, emphasizing its importance as a lifeline for the region. Furthermore, he allocated funds for the construction of a district-level stadium, a cold storage facility, and emphasized the historical significance of Dhakuakhana in Assam’s social and economic landscape.
Sarma highlighted the positive impact of previous development projects in Dhakuakhana and emphasized the need to address riverbank erosion despite the success in controlling flooding. He acknowledged the shared heritage of the diverse communities in Dhakuakhana and reiterated his commitment to the region’s overall development.
