<h1>Assam Semiconductor Plant Boosts Local Economy, Attracts Global Investment; Plans for New Electronics Facilities and Rail Upgrades</h1> A semiconductor plant in Assam's Morigaon district has fostered a thriving ecosystem, attracting international investment interest, according to a Union minister. The plant positions Assam as a key hub, with plans for additional units and manufacturing facilities for electronics and mobile phones. A National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology University and an electronics manufacturing cluster are also planned. Significant railway projects, including new trains and station upgrades, are underway to enhance connectivity. The government has committed to infrastructure development in Bodoland and improving Assam-Bhutan connectivity, with full railway electrification in the Northeast targeted by March 2026.