The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu across the Brahmaputra in Guwahati, Assam, on February 14, 2026.
Modi stated that this bridge is a vital infrastructure project for Guwahati and areas around it. “Connectivity, comfort and commerce will be significantly enhanced. It will enable devotees to go to the Kamakhya Temple with greater ease”, Modi added.
The Prime Minister posted on X:
“Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu across the Brahmaputra is a vital infrastructure project for Guwahati and areas around it. Connectivity, comfort and commerce will be significantly enhanced. It will enable devotees to go to the Kamakhya Temple with greater ease.”
Built over the mighty Brahmaputra River, the bridge strengthens road links between North and South Assam, reducing travel time and improving trade movement.
The new infrastructure is expected to accelerate economic growth, support local businesses, and enhance access to healthcare and education. Strategically significant, the bridge also strengthens regional connectivity in the Northeast. The project reflects the government’s focus on modern infrastructure development and balanced regional progress.
