GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held a crucial meeting on July 11 with representatives of the Forum for Hills Autonomous State Movement (FHASM) Alliance, comprising 21 parties, to discuss ongoing concerns and aspirations of the forum.
The meeting focused on mutual respect, safeguarding unique identity, inclusive development, and adherence to constitutional processes to address the forum’s aspirations.
CM Sarma stated that he would impress upon a tripartite meeting involving the central government, state government, and FHASM to find an amicable resolution to their demands. He also reviewed the implementation of the Karbi Accord 2021 provisions and reiterated the importance of peaceful engagement and tangible solutions in the interest of the people.
Earlier in March, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma assured the people at an election campaign in Dudhnoi of the Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council (RHAC) that his government would soon initiate tripartite discussions with the Centre to grant the council constitutional validation. Speaking at an election campaign rally ahead of the RHAC polls on April 2, Sarma reaffirmed his commitment to fulfilling his promise made in January 2025.
“Very soon, in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the Government of Assam will take steps to conduct a tripartite meeting to bring this to effect,” he declared while addressing a gathering in Goalpara’s Dudhnoi. Highlighting various development initiatives, the Chief Minister announced that work on a new medical college in Goalpara would commence shortly.
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