About Us
Committed to sustainable urban development and improving quality of life across Bodoland Territorial Region
Our Vision
To achieve quality of life for all citizens, particularly focusing on the weaker sections and women.
Our Mission
To monitor the growth of new Kokrajhar Municipal areas in BTC and include them under planning procedures to ensure their efficient and orderly growth.
Our Objectives
Key focus areas driving our urban development initiatives
Master Plan Facilitation
Facilitate ULBs and Development Authorities to implement Master plans for orderly urban development.
Urban Area Monitoring
Monitor new urban area growth in BTC and ensure compliance with planning procedures.
Capacity Building
Facilitate capacity building for officials to understand urban governance policies.
Slum-Free Towns
Plan for slum-free towns with improved hygiene and sanitation.
Our Leadership Team
Experienced professionals dedicated to urban development
Sri Lankeswar Owarie
CHD, Urban Development Department BTC, Kokrajhar
Sri Biren Swargiary
Deputy Director, Town and Country Planning, Kokrajhar
Sri Neepjyoti Das
Assistant Director, Town and Country Planning, Chirang
Smt Trishna Gogoi
Assistant Director, Town and Country Planning, Baksa
Sri Santanu Das
Assistant Director, Town and Country Planning, Udalguri
About Bodoland Territorial Council
The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) is an autonomous administrative council in Assam, comprising five districts: Kokrajhar, Chirang, Baksa, Udalguri, and Tamulpur. With a total area of 8,970 sq km and a population of over 3.1 million, BTC represents a unique governance model in Northeast India.
The Urban Development Department plays a crucial role in shaping the urban landscape of BTC, working closely with 9 Municipal Boards to deliver essential services and infrastructure to the urban population of 150,530 citizens.
Our department is committed to sustainable development, ensuring that urban growth is planned, inclusive, and environmentally responsible while preserving the rich cultural heritage of the Bodo people and other communities in the region.
