Sonai, Cachar: The Assam government on Monday formally launched construction of a new building for Sonai Police Station in Cachar district under the Moitri (Mission for Overall Improvement of Thana for Responsive Image) scheme. The project, costing approximately ₹2.46 crore, is expected to enhance policing infrastructure and public safety in the region.
The foundation stone was laid by Water Resources Minister Pijush Hazarika during an official ceremony in Sonai.
What is the Moitri scheme for police stations?
The Moitri scheme focuses on upgrading police stations across Assam to make them more responsive, accessible, and citizen-friendly. Under the initiative, modern buildings and improved facilities are being developed to support efficient policing.
Officials said the new Sonai Police Station will serve a wider area, improving law-and-order services and community trust.
Who attended the foundation stone ceremony?
Sonai MLA and minister Kaushik Rai attended the programme and shared details of the project on social media. Also present were Silchar MP Parimal Suklabaidya, MLAs Karim Uddin Barbhuiya and Nihar Ranjan Das.
Senior officials including Cachar Superintendent of Police Partha Pratim Das and BJP district president Rupam Saha, along with other invited guests, were present at the event.
What did the minister say about the new Sonai Police Station?
Addressing the occasion, Pijush Hazarika said he was pleased to lay the foundation stone of the new Sonai Police Station building under the Moitri scheme. He expressed confidence that the upgraded facility would significantly strengthen security and policing services in the area.
The minister added that improved infrastructure plays a key role in enhancing police efficiency and public confidence.
How will this project benefit local residents?
The new building is expected to provide better working conditions for police personnel and a more welcoming environment for citizens seeking assistance. Officials believe it will help ensure quicker response times and more effective law enforcement.
Residents of the Sonai constituency are likely to see tangible improvements in safety and administrative efficiency once the project is completed.
Conclusion
The launch of the ₹2.46 crore Sonai Police Station project marks another step in Assam’s ongoing police modernisation drive. Under the Moitri scheme, the initiative aims to deliver stronger, more people-focused policing in Cachar district.
