Dibrugarh (Assam), 14 October (HS): Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday inspected the construction site of the proposed Second Assam Legislative Assembly complex at Khinikhor in Dibrugarh and reviewed the progress of the ongoing Khinikhor Multi-Sports Project. He directed the implementing agencies to expedite construction through proper planning and effective coordination while maintaining the highest standards of quality.

During his visit to the proposed Assembly complex, Sarma reviewed various aspects of the project and interacted with the officials concerned. Although the project has a stipulated completion period of 30 months, the Chief Minister instructed the executing team to ensure timely completion without compromising construction quality.

The proposed complex is expected to become a significant milestone in Assam’s institutional development. It will comprise the main Assembly building, legislators’ residential quarters, an auditorium with a seating capacity of 800 and other essential facilities.

Sarma directed the Public Works Department (PWD) to ensure that the architecture, construction standards and overall execution of the project reflect the aspirations of a progressive Assam and the dignity of its democratic institutions. He emphasised the need to maintain excellence in every aspect of the project so that the complex adequately represents the democratic aspirations of the people of the state.

The Chief Minister also inspected the ongoing construction of the Khinikhor Multi-Sports Project and reviewed its progress. He instructed the implementing agency to accelerate the work while maintaining the highest quality standards and ensure completion within the stipulated timeline.

Highlighting the importance of modern sports infrastructure in nurturing young talent, Sarma directed the PWD to develop the facility into a state-of-the-art sports complex capable of meeting the needs of emerging athletes. He said the project should become a lasting asset for Assam, providing future generations with opportunities for training, performance and competition at higher levels.

MLAs Taranga Gogoi, Prasanta Phukan and Sanjay Kishan, along with PWD Special Commissioner and Special Secretary Raj Chakravarty and other officials, accompanied the Chief Minister during the inspection.------------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash