New Delhi, July 3 -- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday met Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari in Delhi and discussed with him about various key infrastructure projects in the State.

During the meeting, Sarma sought the support and cooperation from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) for ensuring the timely completion of the ongoing infrastructure projects.

The Union Minister assured the Chief Minister of MoRTH's support for time-bound implementation of the ongoing flagship national highway projects in Assam as these projects will significantly boost regional connectivity, enhance trade routes and accelerate the pace of economic growth in the Northeast.

"In New Delhi today, I had a...