ECONOMY & INFRASTRUCTURE
Ports & Airports
New Inland Waterway Projects Launched on Brahmaputra River in Assam
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated three significant infrastructure projects on National Waterway-2 (NW-2) at Dibrugarh, Assam.
The projects include the Bogibeel Customs & Immigration Complex (CIC), the Dhubri CIC, and an IWAI Heritage Building, all aimed at boosting logistics.
Implemented by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), these developments seek to improve cross-border trade and riverine tourism in the North Eastern Region.
NW-2 covers the Brahmaputra River stretch between Dhubri and Sadiya, serving as a critical artery for regional connectivity and trade with neighboring countries.
The projects include the Bogibeel Customs & Immigration Complex (CIC), the Dhubri CIC, and an IWAI Heritage Building, all aimed at boosting logistics.
Implemented by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), these developments seek to improve cross-border trade and riverine tourism in the North Eastern Region.
NW-2 covers the Brahmaputra River stretch between Dhubri and Sadiya, serving as a critical artery for regional connectivity and trade with neighboring countries.
Key Facts / Static GK
National Waterway-2: Brahmaputra River (Dhubri–Sadiya)
Implementing Agency: Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI)
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways: Sarbananda Sonowal
Implementing Agency: Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI)
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways: Sarbananda Sonowal
Practice Quiz — 4 March 2026
Q1. Which of the following benefits is primarily associated with a CPSE being upgraded from Schedule ‘B’ to Schedule ‘A’ status?
Answer: (B) Enhanced financial and operational autonomy for investment decisions — Upgrading a CPSE to Schedule 'A' status provides the entity with greater financial and operational autonomy, allowing for faster execution of government programs and more empowered decision-making regarding investments.
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Answer: (C) 37 members — The composition of the Hindi Advisory Committee includes 37 official members and 15 nominated members, headed by the Union Minister.
Q3. Where was the commissioning ceremony of INS Anjadip, the 3rd ASW-SWC vessel, held?
Answer: (C) Chennai Port, Tamil Nadu — INS Anjadip, nicknamed Dolphin Hunter, was commissioned by the Indian Navy at Chennai Port, Tamil Nadu.
Q4. Which of the following festivals announced by MoTA is correctly matched with its primary focus area?
Answer: (D) Living Roots Festival — Culture & Music — According to the MoTA announcement, the Living Roots Festival (LRF) focuses on Culture & Music, while Tribes Art Fest focuses on Arts and Bharat Tribes Fest on Commerce.
Q5. National Waterway-2 (NW-2), where new infrastructure projects were recently inaugurated, corresponds to which river stretch?
Answer: (B) Brahmaputra River (Dhubri to Sadiya) — National Waterway-2 (NW-2) is the designated waterway for the Brahmaputra River, spanning the stretch between Dhubri and Sadiya in Assam.
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