Guwahati, May 22 -- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday confirmed that the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has officially floated the tender for the long-awaited Jorhat-Majuli Bridge.

The proposed 6.81-kilometre, two-lane bridge, estimated at a cost of Rs 600.51 crore, will create an all-weather, permanent road link between Jorhat and the unique river island district of Majuli.

Sources indicate that the project aims to drastically reduce dependence on existing ferry services, offering a much safer and more efficient travel experience for both local residents and tourists visiting the cultural hub of Majuli.

Following this development, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma shared on X, "Great news for Assam. The Mi...