₹270-Crore Campus to Be Built Near Guwahati
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on February 21 laid the foundation stone for the headquarters of the 10th Assam Police Battalion at Kachutoli in Sonapur, on the outskirts of Guwahati. The battalion is currently operating from Guwahati.
The new campus will be constructed on approximately 120 bighas of land at an estimated cost of ₹270 crore. Officials stated that the facility will include residential quarters for officers and personnel, a firing range, and a mini hospital, among other infrastructure.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation stone for the 10th Assam Police Battalion headquarters in Sonapur near Guwahati on February 21. The ₹270-crore project will be built over 120 bighas and include accommodation, a firing range and medical facilities.
Key Infrastructure Details
According to officials, the proposed headquarters will feature:
- Residential accommodation for officers and jawans
- A dedicated firing range
- A mini hospital
- Administrative and operational buildings
The relocation and expansion of the battalion headquarters are expected to strengthen policing infrastructure around Guwahati and adjoining areas.
Remarks at the Event
Addressing the gathering, Shah said he was pleased that the area would now host a security establishment.
He referred to past security concerns in the region and stated that the new battalion headquarters would help address such challenges.
A massive demolition-cum-eviction drive was conducted in Kachutoli village in September 2024. Clashes during the drive reportedly led to two deaths and several injuries.
At the time, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had stated that the eviction was carried out in a tribal belt and block area. Political reactions had followed the incident.
Why This Matters for Guwahati
Sonapur, located on the outskirts of Guwahati, has seen increasing urban expansion in recent years.
The establishment of a permanent battalion headquarters is expected to:
- Enhance security coverage in the greater Guwahati region
- Improve rapid deployment capabilities
- Support law-and-order management in surrounding districts
With Guwahati being Assam’s administrative and commercial hub, strengthened security infrastructure in nearby areas carries broader implications for the city.
Political Context
During his address, Shah also spoke about the issue of illegal infiltration and urged continued political support for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the upcoming Assembly elections.
Similar commitments regarding infiltration have been made by BJP leaders in previous elections in Assam.
What Happens Next?
With the foundation stone laid, construction work is expected to begin as per the project timelines.
Further details regarding the completion schedule and phased development are anticipated from state authorities.
The project marks a significant infrastructure addition to the Guwahati metropolitan region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will the new 10th Assam Police Battalion headquarters be located?
The headquarters will be built at Kachutoli in Sonapur, on the outskirts of Guwahati.
What is the cost of the project?
The estimated cost of the new campus is ₹270 crore.