Guwahati, May 13 -- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that Guwahati will soon emerge as a global hospitality hub, with 11 five-star hotels currently in development to meet the region's growing demand.

Speaking to the media on Monday after performing the bhoomi poojan for two upcoming Marriott International properties, Sarma described them as "unique and different" additions to the city's hospitality landscape.

He further revealed that two Taj hotels are planned for the Guwahati Aerocity project, while a Lemon Tree Hotel is under construction along the National Highway.

The Marriott Resort and Spa, being developed near the LGBI Airport, will cover 76 bighas of land, making it one of the largest of its kind in the region...