Guwahati, Nov 7: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday inaugurated two landmark projects — the Brahmaputra Riverfront–Sati Radhika Shaanti Udyan and the Gateway of Guwahati (Terminal & Jetty) — built at a combined cost of Rs 632 crore.

The event, held along the scenic banks of the Brahmaputra, was also attended by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who described the initiative as a major stride in redefining Guwahati’s connection with its lifeline river.

The Gateway of Guwahati (terminal and jetty), constructed at MG Road for Rs 305 crore, marks the dawn of a new era in riverine passenger transport in the Northeast.

The facility features the region’s first all-weather floating terminal, designed to berth four catamaran vessels, each capable of carrying 100 passengers.

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