Assam Mala Scheme

On February 7, 2021, Prime Minister, Narendra Modi launched a key infrastructural scheme named ‘Assam Mala Scheme’ in Sonitpur district, Assam. This scheme will play a crucial role in developing and strengthening the road transport connectivity. It will cover state highways and major district roads in the state of Assam. It tends to connect the villages to the cities. It will improve infrastructure as well as increase more employment opportunities. Separate budget is allocated for Assam Mala scheme in this year’s budget. Total outlay estimation for this scheme is Rs. 8,210 crores.

Scheme Overview:

Scheme Objectives and Benefits:

• The main objective of the scheme is to strengthen the road transport connectivity in the state
• It aims to improve the commutation and transportation in the state
• The scheme will improve linkage of state highways and district roads
• It tends to connect villages to the cities in the state
• It will generate new employment opportunities in the state
• This scheme will improve the overall infrastructure in the long run will thereby lead to economic growth

Key Points:

• Prime Minster Narendra Modi launched a new infrastructural scheme for the state of Assam named Assam Mala Scheme on February 7, 2021 in Dhekiajuli of Sonitpur district, Assam
• This scheme is launched intending to boost the road transport connectivity in the state
• It will focus on improving the linkage of state highways and district roads
• This scheme will focus on improving the state’s road infrastructure and transportation
• Continuous data collection of the linkages of roads and highways
• It will lead to new opportunities of employment for the youth in the state
• This scheme will play a crucial role in infrastructural development in the state
• It will thereby lead to economic growth and development in the long run
• Estimated outlay of the scheme is Rs. 8,210 crores