Assam
PM Inaugurates Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu in Assam
- 17 Feb 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
The Prime Minister of India inaugurated the Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu, a major six‑lane bridge over the Brahmaputra River in Assam in February 2026, enhancing regional connectivity and infrastructure development.
Key Points:
- Strategic Bridge: The bridge provides direct road connectivity between Guwahati and North Guwahati, reducing travel time from 45–60 minutes to about 7–10 minutes.
- Project Cost: The project was executed with an estimated investment of approx. ₹3,030 crore to strengthen regional transport infrastructure.
- The bridge uses advanced extradosed prestressed concrete technology suitable for high seismic activity and heavy river flows in the region.
- Length and Span: The main span of the bridge is approximately 1.24 km, making it one of the longest bridges over the Brahmaputra.
- Boosts Tourism and Cultural Exchange: Easier access across the Brahmaputra encourages tourism, cultural interactions, and economic integration.
- Significance: The bridge is expected to boost trade, commerce, and overall urban development in Guwahati and surrounding areas.
- The bridge enhances the strategic transport network in Assam, supporting the movement of goods, people, and defence logistics across the Brahmaputra.
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