PM Modi reached Kaziranga National Park at 5 in the morning after arriving in Tezpur one night before. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed him. Strict security measures were taken before PM Modi's visit to Kaziranga, where he stayed for about two hours.
What Is PM Modi Doing In Assam?
On his trip to Kaziranga, PM Modi began with an elephant safari in the Mihimukh area of the Central Kohora range in the national park. He then went on a jeep safari in the same area, Mr Modi was accompanied by Park Director Sonali Ghosh and other senior forest officials.
What Is The Goal Of The Project?
A famous personality from the Ahom Kingdom of Assam, known for defeating the Mughals, is the main focus of the project. This project involves creating Lachit and Tai-Ahom museums and a 500-seat auditorium. Its goal is to honor the bravery of Lachit Borphukan and make more people aware of his important legacy. They hope this will attract more tourists and create more employment opportunities in the area.
Afterward, the Prime Minister plans to visit Meleng Metelli Pothar in the Jorhat district. There, he will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for several central and state projects worth around Rs 18,000 crore. These projects cover healthcare, oil and gas, railways, and housing sectors, showing a strong effort to boost development in the region.