Assam CM reviews progress of satellite townships and Guwahati CBD in Delhi meeting

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaMay 27, 2025

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday held a review meeting in New Delhi to assess the progress of three major urban infrastructure projects — the Barduar Satellite Township, the Jagiroad Integrated Township, and the proposed Central Business District (CBD) in Guwahati.

The meeting, held at the Assam House conference hall, was attended by senior officials of the Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) and the Department of Housing and Urban Affairs (DoHUA). Also present were Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita, Chief Secretary Ravi Kota, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Dr. K.K. Dwivedi, and DoHUA Secretary Kavita Padmanabhan.

Reviewing the Barduar Satellite Township, coming up in Palasbari, Kamrup district, Dr. Sarma directed officials to speed up construction. Spread over 1,500 acres, the township will include 150 acres of economic zones for deep tech research, startups, and innovation, as well as commercial, residential, and recreational infrastructure. It will also feature 20 per cent green cover, integrated blue and green infrastructure, a rejuvenated riverfront, and public transport systems.

The Chief Minister also reviewed the Jagiroad Integrated Satellite Township to be developed near Tata’s semiconductor facility in Morigaon district. The project is being funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) at a cost of Rs 1,000 crore under Phase 0, with a proposed expansion to 2,000 acres at an estimated cost of Rs 4,000 crore.

The Jagiroad township will include – 40 percent industrial space, 20 per cent green and open space, housing for employees, hospitals, women’s hostels, and schools, facilities for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions), a vendor logistic park and plug-and-play infrastructure and an integrated transport systems and eco-friendly planning.

In addition, the status of the proposed Central Business District (CBD) in Guwahati was also reviewed. Planned across 150 acres, the CBD is aimed at creating inclusive, climate-resilient urban infrastructure and will include 10 million square feet of commercial space, high-end residential areas, cultural centres, and vibrant public spaces, 60 per cent of the area reserved for open space and green cover and infrastructure to support ease of doing business and sustainable transit options.

According to GMDA officials, the three projects are critical to managing the rising urban pressure on Guwahati and are expected to decentralize development, promote innovation, and enhance livability in the region.

The combined estimated cost of these three urban development projects is approximately USD 1 billion. The government hopes the infrastructure push will set a new benchmark in urban planning and integrated development in Northeast India.