Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma announced plans for a futuristic world-class urban centre, the Global City, to be developed at Jagiroad, near the State capital Guwahati. This proposed satellite township aims to serve the needs of employees at the upcoming Semiconductor plant and alleviate congestion in the capital city.
In his post on X, CM Himanta elaborated that the Global City will be an integrated satellite township located in Jagiroad, positioned next to Guwahati, which is emerging as a tech-manufacturing hub. He asserted that Jagiroad is the ideal location to establish a sustainable and advanced city.
We are building a world-class urban centre, the Global City at Jagiroad near Guwahati.
This proposed satellite township will cater to the needs of the employees of the upcoming Semiconductor plant and also decongest the capital city. #TransformingAssam pic.twitter.com/f1MFyibyBW
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) July 10, 2024
The CM outlined several key reasons for the establishment of this township. The Global City will feature an integrated township with all necessary amenities and will be located in close proximity to the State Capital Region, Guwahati. It will offer excellent connectivity through rail, road, and air, helping to alleviate congestion in Guwahati, which is grappling with a growing population. Additionally, it will provide accommodation for the thousands of employees expected to work at the upcoming Semiconductor Unit.
This development is seen as a strategic move to enhance the region’s infrastructure and economic growth, while also addressing the urban challenges faced by Guwahati.
