GUWAHATI: The Assam government has approved a financial package of Rs 1.5 lakh for each of the 3,000 Bihu committees across the state, as part of its annual assistance program. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma made the announcement on Monday while addressing reporters in New Delhi. He confirmed that the funds, sanctioned by the Finance Department, are expected to be disbursed within the next two to three days.
Sarma said, "We have today sanctioned Rs 1.5 lakh for Bihu committees from the Finance Department. The committees will get the money in the next two to three days." The money is provided as a support to enhance the cultural festivities related to Bihu, an important festival in Assam.
However, the Chief Minister noted that new applications for funding will not be accepted this year due to the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct in light of the upcoming panchayat elections. “Because of the Model Code of Conduct in place for the panchayat elections, we cannot accept any new applications. Only the 3,000 committees that have received support in previous years will be eligible,” he explained.
This decision underscores the government's commitment to supporting traditional celebrations while adhering to electoral regulations. The financial assistance is anticipated to aid the committees in organizing various Bihu festivities, which play a vital role in Assam's cultural heritage.
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