Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday outlined the government’s priorities for the next five years, emphasizing development, security, and healthcare initiatives.
Taking to micro-blogging site X, Sarma addressed the state’s strategic goals and said the government is committed to curbing “Love Jihad,” taking continuous action against infiltrators.
“Putting a stop to Love Jihad, continuous action against infiltrators, giving new momentum to Assam's development, and implementing such a UCC that respects the customs of our tribal and indigenous communities—this is our resolve,” Sarma wrote on X.
He also announced plans to invest Rs 50,000 crore in the state’s health sector under the Assam Swasthya Utkarsha Abhijan, with the aim of developing Assam as a preferred destination for medical tourism.
“Over the next five years, we will invest ₹50,000 crore to transform Assam's health sector under the Assam Swasthya Utkarsha Abhijan,” he added.
Sarma further revealed that the state government will introduce Proton Therapy to treat cancer patients, describing it as a major step toward improving advanced healthcare facilities in Assam.
“We will also bring in Proton Therapy to treat cancer patients,” he added.
The Chief Minister’s statements come as the government seeks to combine security measures with social development and modern healthcare infrastructure to boost Assam’s overall growth.