Dispur, Nov. 3 -- The North Eastern Science & Technology (NEST) Cluster at IIT Guwahati was launched in Assam on Sunday, along with development projects valued at Rs 635 crore.

Speaking at the launch ceremony, Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya Scindia said Assam is emerging as the innovation and connectivity hub of a 'Viksit Purvottar', adding that the state has transitioned from being a gateway to the Northeast to a driver of technological and economic growth.

The Minister launched development initiatives totalling Rs 635 crore aimed at boosting connectivity and infrastructure, including the construction of 65 new secondary school buildings (Rs 455 crore), upgradation of the Chayagao...