However, the state government has now allocated funds for the modernization of the port for national waterway development projects.

In order to arrange a ship anchorage, a naval terminal or permanent jetty has been formed.

It falls under Dhubri-Sadiya National Waterway-2 and is an important terminal cum transit point for goods and cargo as well as passenger and tourist vessels.

Construction of both low-level and high-level jetty of fixed terminal, capable of handling container vessels, has been completed and has further enhanced revenue generation for the city.

[2][3] The port opened a new route for transporting goods in Assam and North East India.