An Assam minister laid the foundation stone for a Rs 65 crore railway overbridge in Bajali

Bajali: Assam Minister Ranjit Kumar Das laid the foundation stone for a railway overbridge (ROB) at Bamunkuchi, giving a boost to infrastructure development in the Bajali district.

The estimated cost of the project is Rs 65 crore.

Speaking on the occasion, the minister said that the ROB will help reduce traffic congestion, improve road safety, and ensure easier connectivity for commuters in the area.

The foundation stone laying ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, including Department Executive Engineer Biju Das, Assistant Executive Engineer Ritul Nath, BJP Bajali District President Mukut Kalita, Patacharkuchi Mandal President Rajiv Sharma, Bajali Mandal President Parag Talukdar, and Bamunkuchi Panchayat President Anjana Kalita.

Local residents welcomed the long-awaited project, saying that the overbridge will save travel time, reduce accidents at railway crossings, and contribute to the overall economic and social development of the area.

The ROB is expected to play a crucial role in improving connectivity between Sarthebari, Pathsala, and surrounding areas, marking another step forward in the development of Assam.