Lakhimpur, February 3: Chief Minister of Assam Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday inaugurated the new campus of Madhabdev University at Narayanpur in Lakhimpur district, marking a significant milestone in strengthening the state’s higher education infrastructure.
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| Newly inaugurated Madhabdev University |
Built across 55 bighas of land at an estimated cost of nearly ₹57 crore, the newly inaugurated campus features a four-storey academic block, residential quarters for the Vice Chancellor, Registrar and faculty members, a two-storey guest house, and a grand main entrance gate. Addressing a large gathering at the university, the Chief Minister announced an additional allocation of ₹75 crore for the second phase of infrastructure development, reaffirming the Government of Assam’s commitment to enhancing the higher education ecosystem in the state.
Later in the day, the Chief Minister also inaugurated the newly constructed Sri Sri Badala Padma Ata Kalatirtha at Sri Sri Madhabdev Kalakshetra, Narayanpur, describing it as a major boost to the cultural landscape of Lakhimpur.
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The Kalatirtha, built at a cost of ₹22 crore, is a 681-seater auditorium equipped with state-of-the-art acoustics, advanced stage lighting, mechanised curtains and a large LED screen. The facility is expected to emerge as a vibrant hub for art, culture and performances in the region.
The twin inaugurations were described as a day of unprecedented development for Lakhimpur, reflecting the state government’s focus on simultaneous growth of education and cultural infrastructure to support holistic regional development.
