The Assam Cabinet has granted formal administrative approval to utilise Rs 2,100 crore for land acquisition and site development for the proposed Aerotropolis Satellite City Project near Guwahati airport. The satellite city project will be implemented by the Guwahati Satellite Cities Development Authority (GSCDA), with the total cost of land acquisition estimated at around Rs 4,000 crore. The Rs 2,100 crore allocation represents the first phase of funding for the urban expansion initiative. The proposed satellite city in the Rani-Bongara region is expected to generate employment for more than one lakh youths in Assam. Chief Minister Sarma has linked the satellite city to Guwahati's recurring urban problems, stating that unchecked population growth and unplanned expansion have aggravated artificial floods and waterlogging in the city.