New degree college opens in Gomati — a development that has been awaited for months — finally took shape in Dharmanagar this week, with officials describing it as a turning point for the region.
Thousands gathered across the district as officials and residents alike turned out for the occasion, with traffic diverted along the main routes.
Meanwhile, the weather office has advised travellers to plan around the seasonal showers that have been sweeping the state.
Revenue from the scheme is expected to be reinvested into community infrastructure, according to the department concerned.