Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has responded positively to the proposal of setting up the country’s third defence corridor in the state.
Assam CM Met Rajnath Singh During His Recent Visit To New Delhi
The Chief Minister met Rajnath Singh during his recent visit to New Delhi and discussed the establishment of the defence corridor in the state after Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
“After the setting up of a semiconductor unit in the state, we are keen that it becomes a defence production hub and Singh has responded positively to the proposal,” Himanta Biswa Sarma said at a press conference.
The Chief Minister asserted that the proposal is under “advanced consideration” but it may take some time due to its sensitivity.