Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced a two-day visit to Assam on Friday, marking his arrival at Salonibari airport in Tezpur in the afternoon. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and other dignitaries extended a warm welcome to the Prime Minister upon his arrival.
During his visit, PM Modi is set to inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for projects amounting to Rs 18,000 crore.
Following his arrival, PM Modi proceeded to Panbari in Kaziranga via helicopter, accompanied by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, State Agriculture Minister Atul Bora, and Chief Minister Sarma. Once again, he received a hearty welcome upon landing, before embarking on a 15-kilometer road journey to the Police Guest House near Central Kohora Range in Kaziranga National Park.
Enthusiastic crowds lined the route to the guest house, where PM Modi acknowledged their warmth by waving to them from the footrest of his vehicle. Along the way, traditional Bihu and folk performances added to the vibrant atmosphere, which Modi appreciated, sharing his sentiments on social media.
As the Prime Minister arrived at the guest house, Chief Minister Sarma expressed the privilege felt by the people of Assam to host Modi, referring to him as a part of their own family. Through social media, Sarma reiterated the warm reception, emphasizing the special bond shared with the Prime Minister.
Modi's itinerary includes a jungle safari in Kaziranga National Park early on Saturday morning, where arrangements for both jeep and elephant safaris have been made by park authorities.
Following the safari, Modi will depart for Arunachal Pradesh to attend two scheduled programs. Upon returning to Jorhat, he will inaugurate the 125-ft high 'Statue of Valour' of legendary Ahom general Lachit Barphukan, before proceeding to Meleng Meteli Pothar for the inauguration and foundation laying of central and state projects totaling approximately Rs 18,000 crore. A public meeting is also scheduled at the venue.
Modi's visit to Assam follows his earlier trip on February 4, during which he launched infrastructure projects worth Rs 11,600 crore.
