PM Modi’s Third Visit in Three Months: Assam Gets Moran ELF and New Infrastructure Push

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a significant visit to Assam, marking his third trip in three months to the poll-bound state. The highlight of the visit was the inauguration of the Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) at Moran Bypass in Dibrugarh, a ₹100 crore project enabling both military and civilian aircraft to land during emergencies.

The Prime Minister also witnessed a 20-minute aerial display featuring fighter jets, transport aircraft, and helicopters. Later in the day, he inaugurated the ₹3,000 crore Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu, a bridge connecting Guwahati with North Guwahati, along with several other projects aimed at boosting connectivity, education, and digital infrastructure in the Northeast.

Key Highlights

• Moran ELF: First emergency landing facility in Northeast India, dual-use for military and civil aircraft.
• Aerial Display: Showcased fighters, transport planes, and helicopters.
• Major Infrastructure: Inauguration of ₹3,000 crore Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu across Brahmaputra.
• Total Projects: Over ₹5,450 crore worth of initiatives launched.
• Strategic Importance: Enhances disaster response, defence readiness, and regional connectivity.

Context
The visit underscores the government’s focus on strengthening infrastructure and strategic assets in the Northeast, aligning with broader goals of national security, connectivity, and regional development.

Sources: Hindustan Times, UNI News, CNBC TV18, Prime Minister’s Office, PTI