border issues between Assam and Meghalaya.
Sarma, along with his Meghalaya counterpart Conrad Sangma, inaugurated a Karbi Hemtun, or Karbi Bhawan, built at a cost of Rs 21.5 crore by the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council, in the Meghalaya capital of Shillong on Wednesday.
The duo also took part in the foundation stone laying ceremony for the construction of a 100-bedded Karbi students' hostel cum commercial complex, with a project cost of approximately Rs 22 crore, in the pine city.
Sarma exuded confidence the newly inaugurated Karbi Hemtun in Shillong would be of great help for residents of Karbi Anglong district of Assam visiting the pine city for various purposes. Further, with the laying of foundation stone for the construction of the 100-bedded students' hostel today, a long step has been taken towards finding a solution to scarcity of suitable accommodation for students from Karbi Anglong pursuing their academic courses in Shillong, one of the most sought-after destinations for higher studies in the Northeastern region.
Sarma also expressed hope the commercial complex in the hostel premises would help strengthen the financial health of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council.
The Chief Minister reiterated the commitment of the current dispensation in the State towards growth and development in Karbi Anglong.
Sarma said the current government in Dispur has been paying unprecedented attention towards Karbi Anglong and its residents. Dr.