<h1>Assam Plans Special Economic Zone Near Bhutan Border to Boost Connectivity and Prosperity with Gelephu Project</h1> Assam's Chief Minister announced the development of a special economic zone (SEZ) near the Bhutan border as a priority to benefit from the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) project. Efforts are underway to enhance connectivity to Gelephu, including rail and road links, with support from India's Prime Minister and External Affairs Minister. The multi-modal logistics park at Jogighopa will serve as a key port for GMC. The Chief Minister emphasized collaboration with Bhutan, highlighting the shared prosperity potential, while the Chief Executive Member of Bodoland Territorial Region noted the socio-cultural and economic benefits for bordering areas.