Assam’s Defence Corridor Proposal Gains Momentum After CM’s Meeting with Defence Minister
Why in News?
- Assam’s initiative to establish a defence corridor has advanced following Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s meeting with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi on May 26, 2025.
Important Key Points:
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Strategic Proposal: The proposed defence corridor aims to strengthen India’s eastern frontier, support the “Make in India” initiative, and generate economic opportunities in the Northeast.
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Policy Framework: Assam has introduced the Assam Aerospace and Defence Manufacturing Policy 2025, offering incentives like capital subsidies, SGST reimbursements, transport subsidies, and production-linked incentives to attract investments.
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Skill Development: The policy emphasizes developing a skilled workforce to support defence and aerospace manufacturing sectors.
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National Context: If approved, Assam would host India’s third defence corridor, following those in Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
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Ongoing Advocacy: The state government has been actively promoting this initiative, highlighting Assam’s strategic location and potential demand for defence infrastructure.
