Guwahati, Nov. 19 -- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday visited the Swahid Smarak Khetra (Martyrs' Column) at Boragaon in Guwahati and reviewed the final preparations ahead of the inauguration of this iconic structure on 10 December, observed as Swahid Divas.

It may be noted that the foundation stone of the Swahid Smarak Khetra laid in the year 2019 has been built in the memory of martyrs of Assam Agitation at a sprawling land area covering more than 98 bigha.

The project has facilities like water bodies, auditorium, a prayer hall, a cycle track and facilities for sound and light show, which will highlight different shades of Assam Agitation and Assam history.

During his visit, the Chief Minister inspected various co...