In a major step that will reboot and alter the administrative machinery and cultural fabric of the state Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, said on Sunday that the historic town Dibrugarh, on the banks of the Brahmaputra River, will be developed as Assam’s second capital in three years. The announcement was made by the Assam chief minister during the Republic Day celebrations in Dibrugarh, which is also hosting such a significant event for the first time.
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A New Era for Dibrugarh
Sarma’s announcement reflects the state government’s resolve to decentralize governance and to promote balanced regional development. “This is an important day in the process of making Dibrugarh the second capital of Assam. State celebrations are being held in this historical, strategic city for the first time,” he said, noting its heritage and strategic location.
Plans for the Assam Assembly
Among the most ambitious parts of the new project is moving one session of the Assam assembly to Dibrugarh in 2027. “One session (of the assembly) every year in Dibrugarh — starting from 2027,” Sarma said. For the purpose, construction of a permanent building for the assembly in Dibrugarh will be taken up on January 25, 2024. This would turn Dibrugarh into a landmark city not only for Assam but the state would also take pride as centre of economic activities in India. Asserting that this project would be completed within next three years, the Chief Minister said that it will result huge changes in Dibrugarh.
Development of Urban Comprehensive Plan
The Dibrugarh Smart City project is a part of a larger urbanization project involving these cities in Assam, but also including Tezpur and Silchar. Sarma elaborated on the government’s plan for these cities, saying, “In three years, Dibrugarh will be the second capital of Assam. We will build a Raj Bhavan in Tezpur and turn it into the cultural capital of Assam. Having the secretariat and chief minister office thereby bridging the gap between Barak Valley and Guwahati.” he said.
Doing More Than Before Building on Previous Initiatives
This announcement follows the Chief Minister’s earlier initiatives to decentralize administrative functions. Sarma had last year inaugurated the first CM secretariat outside the state capital in Dibrugarh town, an indication of the government’s decision to bring governance to the east part of Assam.
Political Motivation and its Regional Development Implications
The emergence of Dibrugarh, Tezpur and Silchar as regional administrative hubs will have significant implications for regional development. Besides easing the pressure on Dispur, the present state capital, it will also spur economic activity and infrastructure development in these towns. It is hoped that these investments will help address the imbalances of resource allocation and create a more balanced distribution of opportunity for all citizens in Assam.
Gains on Economic and Cultural Side
The move will also increase the cultural and economic importance of Dibrugarh and its neighboring areas. There will be a sizeable increase in the government presence, and administrative activities should benefit Dibrugarh, famous for its tea gardens and tutorial institutions. Construction of the Raj Bhavan at Tezpur, with its rich cultural heritage, and the declaration of Tezpur as the cultural capital will add to this. Silchar, the most important metropolis of the Barak Valley, will be home to a secretariat and chief secretary’s office and will also similarly combine the region with the nation’s governance mechanism.
Challenges and Opportunities
In spite of considerable development opportunities the initiative is accompanied by challenges. Making sure infrastructure projects are completed on time, logistics of moving administrative functions and addressing local residents’ concerns will be key. Despite such hurdles, Sarma’s extensive plans and previous acts reflect the government’s dedicated commitment towards achieving these goals as well as its efforts to not let these very obstacles deter it.
Conclusion
The making of Dibrugarh as the second capital of Assam is a bold and visionary decision that will usher in a new era in Assam’s administrative re-structure. Strategically utilizing strengths of Dibrugarh, Tezpur and Silchar, the governor is building a more multidisciplinary and more inclusive Assam!! These cities are set to be engine for regional growth and change as plans continue to take shape, ushering new progress for the state.
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