70.77 % polling in Assam in first phase of LS polls
Notably, Jorhat saw the highest turnout, reaching 76.20% by 3 pm.
Notably, Jorhat saw the highest turnout, reaching 76.20% by 3 pm.
In an exclusive interview with The Statesman's Abhijit Deb, Sonowal elaborates on his campaign strategy, aiming to secure victory in this closely watched race.
Sonowal also condemned the Congress for suppressing movements like the Assam movement.
Inaugurating various terminals across the region, including the Passenger-cum-Cargo Terminal at Bogibeel near Dibrugarh and the Inland Water Transport Terminal at Sonamura in Tripura, Sonowal emphasised their role in revitalising waterway transportation for both goods and passengers.
Speaking to the gathering he said, “The Prime Minister visited the states 64 times. And for the first time in the history a railway connectivity upto Aizawl from Siliguri to Gangtok has been taken. This is underway and it is a very difficult task” he added
The meeting, with participation from more than 40 countries, underscored the global interest in the upcoming Global Maritime India Summit 2023 to be held in October in New Delhi.
Sarbananda Sonowal is Union Minister of Ayush and Ports, Shipping & Waterways and is a member of the Rajya Sabha…
Union Minister Sonowal condemn the opposition parties for boycotting the Inaguraral function of the New Parliament Building is going to be dedicated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi
The Union Minister said furthermore, the number of Indian seafarers has grown from 1,17,090 in 2014 to a remarkable 2,50,071 in 2022, registering an increase of almost 114 per cent in just nine years
Speaking at the World Sustainable Development Summit 2023, the Union minister for ports, shipping and waterways said India was reemphasising the significance of inclusive green growth as its development strategy.
