India's First Modern River Ferry Terminal Inaugurated in Guwahati by Nirmala Sitharaman
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated Guwahati Gateway Terminal and Jetty, India's first modern river ferry terminal. This terminal aims to enhance Assam's transportation infrastructure by providing multimodal connectivity and boosting tourism. It is a pioneering project on the Brahmaputra Riverfront in Guwahati, marking a significant development in river transport in India.
On November 7, 2025, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman officially inaugurated the Guwahati Gateway Terminal and Jetty, the first modern river ferry terminal in India. This terminal is designed to facilitate improved and efficient river transport on the Brahmaputra River, integrating multimodal connectivity that enhances the overall transportation infrastructure in Assam. The project is part of a broader initiative to develop a world-class riverfront in Guwahati, aimed at boosting tourism and economic activity in the region. The terminal represents a landmark development in India's river transport sector, potentially serving as a model for other states with significant river networks. The inauguration underscores the government's focus on modernizing infrastructure and leveraging natural waterways to complement existing transport systems, thereby promoting regional growth and connectivity.
