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flag On Feb. 27, 2026, India opened new customs and immigration complexes on the Brahmaputra River to boost trade and tourism in Assam.

flag On February 27, 2026, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated three infrastructure projects on National Waterway-2 (Brahmaputra River) in Dibrugarh, Assam, including modern Customs and Immigration Complexes at Bogibeel and Dhubri and a renovated heritage building of the Inland Waterways Authority of India. flag The projects aim to enhance logistics, boost trade with Bangladesh and Bhutan, improve passenger movement, and promote riverine tourism. flag Designed to integrate customs, immigration, and administrative functions, the complexes feature cargo storage, security systems, and dedicated facilities. flag The developments reflect the government’s focus on balancing development and cultural preservation under the National Waterways Act, 2016, which designates 20 rivers in Northeast India as national waterways. flag Officials expect reduced logistics costs and stronger economic activity along the Brahmaputra.

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