Assam: Two ro-pax vessels connecting Majuli-Jorhat to be flagged off on Oct 31

Guwahati: CM Sarbananda Sonowal is gearing up to inaugurate two new Ro-Pax vessels on 31st October.

The ships, which are a step towards improving inland water connectivity in the state of Assam, will cut down the distance travel from Majuli to Nimati Ghat in Jorhat.

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Through this service, the Inland Waterways Authority of India and Government of Assam are augmenting the much-needed connectivity for Majuli Island and both the ships are bought from Kolkata.

The ships will have capacity of 10 to 15 vehicles and around 200 passengers. The Ro-Pax ships are well equipped for night journeys, too.

The ship has one main engine apart from two other supporting engines.

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