Sivasagar to be transformed into a major tourist destination by Assam government

The state government of Assam is planning to transform Sivasagar into a tourism friendly destination, by taking up some elaborate measures for improving it in the near future.

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This was revealed by the state’s Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, who has pointed out that the district has enough potential to become a much sought after tourist destination, especially because of the rich heritage it is home to.
The Chief Minister spoke about this plan at an open session at the first International Festival in Sivasagar.

The CM further revealed that the Assam government has adopted a new tourism policy which will open up opportunities for stakeholders from the tourism sector to invest in Sivasagar.
“Sivasagar is a confluence of many communities and different cultures. In spite of its diversity, this place shows us the example of peaceful and harmonious coexistence,” ​ Sonowal said.


While speaking at the occasion, Sonowal also highlighted the grandeur of the heritage sites in Sivasagar. He especially highlighted the monuments of the Ahom period that bear testimony to the hard work and diligence that were put in by the builders of that era.
The Sivasagar district is famous for being witness to some of the major historical events of Assam. In fact, it was capital of the Ahom Kingdom from 1699 to 1788.