Silchar Hosts Crucial Meeting on Elevated Road Construction Proposal

Barakoutlet, 19th Nov, Silchar : In a significant step toward transforming Silchar’s urban connectivity, a high-level public meeting was convened today at Banga Bhawan, Silchar, to deliberate on the proposed “Construction of an Elevated Road from Trunk Road near Capital Point to Rangirkahri Point.” The session reflected an atmosphere of constructive dialogue, administrative clarity, and forward-looking urban planning — underscoring Barak Valley’s growing infrastructural aspirations.

The meeting was attended by several distinguished dignitaries and senior officials, whose presence added weight and direction to the discussion:

• Shri Kaushik Rai, Hon’ble Minister, Government of Assam
• Shri Parimal Suklabaidya, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha
• Shri Kanad Purkayastha, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha
• Shri Dipayan Chakraborty, Hon’ble MLA, Silchar
• Shri Mridul Yadav, IAS, Deputy Commissioner, Cachar
• Shri Dhrubajyoti Pathak, ACS, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Lakhipur
• Divisional Forest Officer, Cachar Division, Silchar
• Circle Officer, Sadar Revenue Circle, Silchar
  

Officials from various departments — including District Administration, Fisheries, APDCL, Agriculture, PHE, AMRUT, PWD, Purba Bharati Gas Grid Pvt. Ltd., and Indradhanush Gas Grid Limited (IGGL) — also participated actively, offering technical insights and discussing inter-departmental coordination required for the project.

With over 35 years of professional experience in observing civic developments, Barakoutlet notes that this initiative carries the potential to significantly ease traffic congestion, uplift commercial mobility, and enhance the structural framework of Silchar town. The engagement of multi-sectoral stakeholders today reflects the government’s intent to approach the project with precision, accountability, and long-term sustainability.

The deliberations set the tone for a comprehensive execution roadmap, ensuring that the proposed elevated corridor aligns with environmental norms, public convenience, and future urban growth.

Barakoutlet will continue to track further updates as this transformative urban project progresses.

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