Majuli-Jorhat bridge

1. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma urged Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to resume Majuli-Jorhat bridge construction.
2. He expressed concerns over contractor UP State Bridge Corporation Limited’s lack of accountability.
3. Sarma warned that continued delays could jeopardize the entire bridge project.

Guwahati, Sep 27: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has reached out to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari in a letter, urging him to intervene and resume the stalled construction of the Majuli-Jorhat bridge, which has been on hold since September 5, 2024.

In his correspondence, Sarma expressed his concerns regarding the lack of accountability from the contractor, UP State Bridge Corporation Limited, warning that the ongoing delay could jeopardize the entire project.

He emphasized the significance of the two-lane bridge over the Brahmaputra River, which is essential for enhancing connectivity and fostering economic development in the region.

The project, valued at approximately ₹650 crore, was awarded in August 2021 under the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) model, with a target completion date set for December 2025.

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Sarma noted that the current dry season is crucial for construction activities, and any further delays could lead to substantial time and cost overruns.

He urged Minister Gadkari to take immediate corrective actions, including re-tendering the project if necessary, to ensure that construction work resumes promptly and that the completion deadline is met.

The Chief Minister hopes for swift action to prevent additional delays and to keep Assam’s development trajectory on course.