Live Update: Latest News Updates From Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has said that the state government may seek the help of an agency like Interpol to investigate Pakistani national Ali Tauqeer Sheikh's anti-India agenda.

GUWAHATI: The Assam Cabinet on Tuesday decided to make it mandatory for any new private university coming up in the state to get a “security clearance” from the state government and be “secular in its operations.”

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has issued a stern warning to those candidates who concealed their educational qualifications during the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE) Grade-IV exam. The government will take strict action against BA graduates or those with similar degrees who lied to get jobs meant for lower qualifications.

GUWAHATI: In a remarkable gesture of innovation and tradition, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma presented a unique gift to Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the inaugural event of the Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit. The special memento, a rhino sculpture crafted from semiconductor chips, symbolizes Assam’s rich heritage while embracing modern technological advancements.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited the College of Veterinary Science Playground, Khanapara, to review the final preparations for the Investment & Infrastructure Summit—Advantage Assam 2.0. With the summit just hours away, CM Sarma inspected key facilities, including pavilions and exhibition sites, and guided officials to ensure its grand success.

GUWAHATI: In a significant move, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said that Rs 475 crore will be given to 20.87 lakh farmers in Assam—10 percent more than the last installment. However, PM Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the northeastern state, Assam, on Monday following the inauguration of the Global Investment Summit in Bhopal as part of a three-state visit.

GUWAHATI: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to land in Guwahati within a few hours, his visit is going to include a series of significant events. The highlight of his visit will be the Jhumoir Binandini and Advantage Assam 2.0 initiatives, both of which will promote development and rejoice in the rich cultural heritage of the state.

NEW DELHI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday at the latter's residence in the national capital.

GUWAHATI: The results of the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE) are expected to be declared by March 7, 2025, Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma announced during a Facebook Live address.

HAFLONG: In a major revelation, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a budgetary provision of Rs. 100 crores for road infrastructure development in Dima Hasao. This was announced in a press conference after a one-day session of the Assam Assembly in Kokrajhar.

SINGAPORE: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma arrived in Singapore yesterday for a two-day visit, where he is set to meet the country’s top government officials and industry leaders. Upon his arrival, he was warmly received by High Commission of India in Singapore, Shilpak Ambule.

DHUBRI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma honoured 34 government-recognized journalists from Dhubri with a Gift of Goodwill at a special event held at the district's Circuit House conference hall. The event was organised by the Public Relations Department to honour journalists' significant contributions.

MUMBAI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had an excellent meeting with Shri Sajjan Jindal, the Chairman of JSW Group, in Mumbai on Friday, February 7. During the meeting, Sarma and Jindal spoke about partnering together, particularly in the infrastructure and energy sectors.

PALASHBARI: Assam is undergoing a major transformation in public education, with more than 500 high and higher secondary schools being upgraded at Rs 7 to 10 crore each. Furthering this vision, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma laid the foundation stone for the upgradation of Palashbari Aanchalik High School into a National Model School of Excellence under the PM SHRI scheme at Agchia, Majirgaon, Palashbari.

GUWAHATI: In a major decision, the Assam government has made a one-time exception, offering free scooties to students attending coaching institutes this academic year.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has unveiled the new Integrated Terminal at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International (LGBI) Airport in Guwahati. The facility could take as many as 13 million passengers a year; peak hours might accommodate 4,300 domestic and 200 international travelers.

NEW DELHI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met with Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Jyotiraditya Scindia, in Delhi on February 3, to discuss initiatives aimed at enhancing the state’s digital infrastructure. The meeting focused on the upcoming session, ‘I-Ways in Viksit Assam,’ which will be chaired by Scindia at the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit.

MORIGAON: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will inaugurate the much-awaited Jagi Bhakatgaon Bridge in Morigaon on February 1. The new bridge is expected to significantly improve road connectivity in the region, benefiting local residents and driving economic growth.

KOKRAJHAR: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed that some groups in Bangladesh, with help from Pakistan’s ISI, are trying to bring back militancy in the state. He made this statement on Tuesday while visiting Kokrajhar to mark five years of the 2020 Bodo Peace Accord.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated on Tuesday that the state government would support the Constitution (125th Amendment) Bill and suggested that it might be discussed in the upcoming Budget Session of Parliament.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma bid a warm farewell to GP Singh, the outgoing Director General of Assam Police, on his new appointment as the Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).

KOKRAJHAR: The growth and development in Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) continues to inspire progress, with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma laying the foundation stone for the administrative building of Kokrajhar University.

DIBRUGARH: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma chaired a review meeting at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat in Dibrugarh to evaluate the progress of development initiatives in Jonai Co-District, Dhemaji. The meeting focused on the timely implementation of government schemes, with several key directives issued to accelerate development in the region.

DIBRUGARH: Continuing the drive for development, with a project cost of Rs. 377 crore, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma laid the foundation stone for four two-lane flyovers on the auspicious ocassion of Republic Day. The project is aimed at easing traffic congestion in key areas of Dibrugarh district.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma wished the Dimasa-Kachari community a happy Busu Dima, a harvest festival that celebrates farming success and cultural unity.

GUWAHATI: For the first time in history, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma decided to unfurl the national flag on Republic Day at Dibrugarh, a place once infamous for militancy and a stronghold of ULFA-I.

This has broken a long-standing trend where Chief Ministers generally attend Republic Day celebrations in Guwahati's state capital.

DIBRUGARH: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is set to make history as the first sitting Chief Minister to participate in Republic Day celebrations in Dibrugarh. The Chief Minister, taking note, remarked that the town is adorned in tricolor, with preparations in full swing to mark this significant occasion.

TOKYO: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Japan’s Parliamentary Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs, Akiko Ikuina, to explore job opportunities for Assam’s youth in Japan.

TOKYO: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Furukawa Yasushi, Japan’s State Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism today to discuss boosting tourism between Assam and Japan.

JAPAN: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma met with Mr. Koga Yuichiro, State Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, Government of Japan, during his visit to Japan for the Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit.

TOKYO: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma addressed over 160 Japanese business leaders at the Advantage Assam 2.0 Japan RoadShow, where he highlighted Assam’s remarkable economic growth and favorable business environment.

SEOUL: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met with H.E. Oh Youngju, South Korea's Minister of SME and Startups on Monday afternoon.

The meeting focused on building partnerships between entrepreneurs and startups from Assam and South Korea. Both leaders said working together can help with growth and new ideas. They want to build strong ties and create more chances for both sides.

SEOUL: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is on a five-day official visit to South Korea and Japan, during which he participated in the Advantage Assam 2.0 roadshow in Seoul. He had a productive meeting with key figures from South Korea's automobile ancillary sector, and Kyungsung Kang, President, and Eunyoung Yang, Director General of the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), emphasizing the state's commitment to supporting their establishment in Assam.

SEOUL: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is currently on a five-day visit to South Korea and Japan, where he addressed the Advantage Assam 2.0 roadshow in Seoul. CM Sarma held a productive discussion in Seoul with Kyungsung Kang, President, Eunyoung Yang, Director General, Hanseung Kim, Director and other delegates from the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA).

GUWAHATI: The Assam government has announced plans to set up a standard operating procedure (SOP) to enforce an effective blanket ban on rat-hole mining in the state. The decision was taken at a cabinet meeting on Thursday, when Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that 220 coal mines, like the one where a recent disaster occurred, have been identified in the region.

GUWAHATI: On a day-long visit to Morigaon, Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma participated in various events which also included the historic Jonbeel Mela. During the event, he presented annual allowances to 22 Tiwa Kings of middle Assam, including Gobha Raja Deep Singh Deu Raja.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is scheduled to visit Morigaon district on Thursday, January 18, 2025, to review the progress of the semiconductor manufacturing plant under development in the region. 

GUWAHATI: The Assam Cabinet has sanctioned a compensation of ₹10 lakh for the families of four workers whose bodies were recovered from a flooded coal mine in the Dima Hasao district, along with similar compensation for five others who remain unaccounted for despite extensive rescue operations lasting over ten days.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Sunday that Assam has moved away from the violent agitations of the past and is now embracing constructive movements centered on promoting books, culture, and sports.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed on Sunday that the Panchayat elections in the state are going to take place in April.

This comes after the Gauhati High Court recently gave permission for the elections. Sarma explained that while the elections could technically be held by mid-February, conducting them during the class 10 and 12 examinations would present significant challenges for students in rural areas and also complicate the logistics of securing venues for vote counting.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has clarified that there are no restrictions on pork sales and slaughter in Guwahati except for general hygiene and sanitation regulations.

TEZPUR: Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda inaugurated the new library and informatics center at the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi Regional Institute of Mental Health (LGBRIMH) on Wednesday.

GUWAHATI: In a recent high-profile meeting with ambassadors and high commissioners of 36 countries, including representatives from ASEAN, BIMSTEC, and Europe, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma laid out the state's vision for a truly spectacular development plan and its potential as a future regional economic hub.

MUMBAI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday appealed to industrialists not to engage illegal Bangladeshi migrants as cheap labor in their factories. Addressing a press conference after meeting top industrial leaders from major corporate groups, including Tata, Adani, and Mahindra, Sarma emphasized that the root cause of illegal migration needs to be addressed and asked industries to stop employing such workers.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will start his three-day visit to Mumbai on Sunday to attract potential investors for the upcoming infrastructure summit in the state.

GOALPARA: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the Museum of Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council at Udaypur, Dudhnoi in Goalpara district on Friday. This museum has been established at an expense of Rs. 1.80 crore and focuses on preserving and promoting the cultural richness of the Rabha community-including their traditional arts, artefacts, costumes, and customs.

GUWAHATI: Lakshman Prasad Acharya, Governor of Assam, Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister of Railways, Information & Broadcasting and Electronics & Information Technology along with Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, Chief Minister of Assam, today jointly inaugurated the National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT) Deemed to be University at 12 locations including 5 locations in North Eastern States.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has directed party MLA's to efficiently carry out government beneficiary programs and guarantee that the most disadvantaged sections of society receive the benefits. The state will hold panchayat elections this year, and an assembly election is scheduled for 2026.

GUWAHATI: The Assam Government has swiftly approved the land allocation for National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT) University in a record time of just one day. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the director of NIELIT met him on the evening of January 3 to discuss the matter. 

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on January 2 that the government had reclaimed 74,000 bighas of forest land that had been encroached into by unidentified individuals over the previous three years and given it back to the forest department.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday laid the foundation stone for a major modernization project at the Assam State Zoo-cum-Botanical Garden. The project, estimated to cost Rs 362.04 crore, aims to enhance the zoo’s facilities for both animals and visitors, transforming it into a modern and state-of-the-art center.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted a major milestone in the state's transport sector, announcing that approximately 90% of the "middlemen nexus" within the Assam Transport Corporation has been eliminated.

GUWAHATI: The Assam Government has taken a number of crucial decisions to facilitate governance, enhance rural connectivity, and upgrade urban infrastructure during the Cabinet meeting held today.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, during his New Year’s press conference, addressed the rising issue of infiltration into Assam and India. However, he clarified that the government had not detected any cases of Hindu Bangladeshi influx in the past five months.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma revealed that over 9 lakh residents of the state had their Aadhaar biometrics unlocked in 2024. These individuals had previously encountered issues with locked biometrics during the National Register of Citizens (NRC) update.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has revealed that the new bridge connecting Guwahati and North Guwahati will be named Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu, in honor of the legendary Kamrupa King, Kumar Bhaskar Varma.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated a modern 17.5-meter footbridge at GS Road, Paltan Bazar on Wednesday, aimed at enhancing pedestrian convenience.

GUWAHATI: In a landmark initiative to improve the welfare of public transport workers, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a Rs 25 crore allocation for a pension fund during his address at the Secretariat Administration.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma extended his New Year 2025 greetings to the people of Assam.

CM Sarma expressed that the New Year is a time that brings fresh hopes and aspirations. He conveyed his belief that 2025 will inspire people from all communities, languages, and religions across the state to move forward and contribute to Assam's progress.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced in a Facebook live session that the results of the Assam Direct Recruitment Exams (ADRE), held in October, 2024, will be declared either in the end of February or in the beginning of March 2025.

GUWAHATI: In a significant move, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Thursday the expansion of the state's free dialysis network, with the addition of 37 new hemodialysis centers.

This initiative is poised to transform kidney treatment in the state, offering crucial support to patients battling chronic kidney diseases.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced strict measures against bike riders exceeding speeds of 100-120 km/h. The police have been directed to take immediate action and detain offenders, until January 15. 

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma unleashed a scathing attack against the Congress, accusing the party of using the legacy of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to get electoral mileage.

He slammed the Congress while speaking at an event recently, in which he termed the Congress a "shameless" organization that failed to honor Ambedkar while excessively promoting figures from the Nehru-Gandhi family. 

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has raised serious concerns regarding the increasing number of Bangladeshi nationals attempting to illegally enter India, which he linked to the current economic crisis in Bangladesh.

DIBRUGARH: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Monday that the state government will take action against state employees who have been unlawfully availing benefits under the Orunodoi scheme.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma made an important announcement at a review meeting today that stringent traffic checks will be implemented after 10:00 PM starting tonight in an effort to improve road safety and lower accident rates in the state.

DIBRUGARH: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stressed the need for road safety during the ongoing festive season in a recent review meeting with senior officials that was conducted in Dibrugarh today.

LAKHIMPUR: In a big push to help flood-affected people, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a Rs 350 crore financial package for 684,487 families affected by recent floods.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Sunday, reiterated his assurance that the Assam government remains committed to eradicate child marriage in the state by 2026 through both strict law enforcement and welfare measures for young girls.

GUWAHATI: Assam Governor Laxman Prasad Acharya released two books by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s Diary (Part 3) and Collection of Speeches (Part 3) on Thursday, at a ceremony in Guwahati.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma chaired a cabinet meeting on December 19, where a series of transformative projects and reforms were approved to boost infrastructure, agriculture, and power utilities in Assam.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma celebrated his invitation to Bhutan's National Day festivities, saying it was a major acknowledgement of Assam's rise to prominence in the economy.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced the creation of sub-districts throughout the state to strengthen smaller administrative units, aiming to enhance public service delivery and effectively address local concerns.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held in-depth discussions with Bhutan's stakeholders during his visit to Thimphu, focusing on fostering mutual growth and development between Assam and Bhutan.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has advised ministers to stay away from political remarks and political interviews in an effort to keep the focus on development and governance.

THIMPHU: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will be present as the chief guest during Bhutan's National Day festivities on December 17, 2024. The strengthening diplomatic ties between Assam and Bhutan are highlighted by the fact that this is the first time an Assam chief minister has been invited to the esteemed event.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma spoke to a gathering and came up with several new plans and decisions for the state. First, he spoke about modifications to the “Orunodoi” scheme-a relief program for the needy. It was decided that midday meal cooks in schools would not get financial assistance from the scheme since they are government employees, CM Sarma clarified.

GUWAHATI: As the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) marked four years of governance, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma commended the region, describing it as a representation of the "best of Assam's growth story."

GOLAGHAT: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, distributed grants and relief to eligible beneficiaries of various schemes in the Golaghat district on Saturday.

Addressing the media, CM Sarma said, "Today we distributed 'No Dues Certificate' to more than 5000 women of Golaghat district who took loans from microfinance but weren't able to return the loan amount. We also distributed flood relief grants to more than 2000 families and we have given seed funds of Rs 40,000 to around 200 women. A few days back, Atul Bora (Assam Agriculture Minister) distributed scooters, bicycles, and the Anundoram Barooah award among the students in Golaghat and Ajanta Neog (State Finance Minister) was also present on the occasion."

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma has highlighted the extraordinary economic growth of the state and revealed that the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) of the state had jumped by a significant percentage. Poverty rates have declined too. Taking to his official X handle, Sarma declared that Assam's GSDP, which had stood at ₹1.77 lakh crore in 2013-14, would touch ₹6.43 lakh crore by 2024-25.

JORHAT: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on December 13, claimed that the state has emerged as a model of development in the country, attributing this success to its "transparent and efficient" governance.

Speaking at the launch of a series of initiatives for Jorhat district, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma emphasized his government’s dedication to building a “new Assam.” He highlighted the “significant” progress made over the past three years in key sectors such as infrastructure, healthcare, and education.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has emphasized the need for a nationwide NRC-like document to identify citizens and differentiate them from infiltrators.

Criticizing West Bengal for its lack of cooperation, he highlighted the difficulties in securing the country’s borders and suggested that government interventions in Assam and Tripura could effectively curb infiltration.

GUWAHATI: Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh has entered into record books, becoming the youngest-ever FIDE World Chess Champion at the age of just 18. But this has not only catapulted India's stature globally as a chess-playing nation but has also filled the heart with immense pride across the entire nation.

Among those who congratulated on the monumental achievement were Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. In a very emotional message on the social media platform X, CM Sarma praised Gukesh as an achiever who has made history single-handedly by terming the achievement "iconic" and "inspiring".

GUWAHATI: The Assam government has implemented a major policy shift: Aadhaar applications would be rejected if the applicant or their family members haven't applied for inclusion in the National Register of Citizens (NRC).

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma chaired a Cabinet meeting on December 11, during which the state government introduced significant reforms to improve land administration and facilitate land transactions.

GUWAHATI: In a significant welfare move, Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the "12 Days of Development" initiative on Wednesday, with the goal of benefiting approximately 12 lakh people statewide within just 12 days.

The Chief Minister reaffirmed his dedication to the state's development, stating that the 12-day initiative would have a positive impact on the lives of these families, particularly benefiting students, women, and those affected by floods.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a grand 12-day festival of development across the state, promising benefits to 12 lakh people.

This initiative will implement various welfare measures, such as the distribution of scooties to girl children, scholarships and bicycles to girl students, loan waivers for mothers, and financial assistance to flood-affected families.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma called for the need to learn from Israel's resilience to protect Assam's cultural and economic identity. While speaking at 'Swahid Diwas' in Jamugurihat, Sonitpur, Sarma highlighted Assam's geographical vulnerabilities and the challenges brought by demographic changes.

Guwahati: In a significant reshuffle of the Assam Cabinet, the Governor of Assam, on the advice of Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, has announced the realignment of key ministerial portfolios. This reshuffling aims to streamline governance and promote the state’s growth through efficient management of various sectors. 

GUWAHATI: The Assam government has successfully met the targets of infrastructure development as it constructed more than 31,800 kilometers of roads and completed 1,400 bridges under different initiatives aimed at strengthening connectivity in the state.

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma posted these developments on the social media site X, terming it the "Assam Growth Story." He pointed out that the focus of the government was to upgrade transport and road infrastructure, particularly in Aspirational Districts. "Improving connectivity in every nook and corner of the state has been the cornerstone of the Assam Growth Story," Sarma posted, tagging #AssamAhead.

Guwahati: Congress MLAs who are considering joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) were cautioned by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday to hold off until the beginning of the following year. Sarma said that joining the BJP now could lead to needless by-elections since the state's Assembly elections are set for 2026.

Sarma told the reporters that since the polls are less than a year and a half away, the MLAs should wait until at least February 2024 before changing parties. He did, however, guarantee that lawmakers who wanted to join the BJP would be accepted when the time was right.

GUWAHATI: Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Chief Minister of Assam, has instructed the state police to probe into claims that women, including journalists, have been the target of inappropriate content on social media due to the misuse of their photographs.

GUWAHATI: Innovative schemes under the Chief Minister's Samagra Gramya Unnayan Yojana (CMSGUY), a flagship initiative aiming to double farmers' incomes, are making significant strides. One such program, “Livelihood and Employment Generation for Progressive Farmers in the Livestock Sector,” provides financial assistance to farmer groups with viable project ideas. 

GUWAHATI: The 'bhumi pujan' ceremony for the much awaited 4-lane extradosed PSC bridge over the Brahmaputra River will be presided over by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on December 8, 2024. The ceremony, which will mark the start of this major infrastructure project, will take place at Bathan Pam, Sualkuchi.

GUWAHATI: Congress MP Rakibul Hussain was the target of a scathing criticism by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who accused him of employing questionable strategies to win elections in the Samaguri seat. Hussain, a former Samaguri MLA, allegedly used the distribution of beef to voters as part of his election strategy for 25 years, according to CM Sarma.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced the inclusion of four new ministers into his cabinet. They will be sworn in on December 7, 2024. The new appointees comprise Prasanta Phookan, Kaushik Rai, Krishnendu Paul and Rupesh Goala, all of whom are current members of the Legislative Assembly.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Wednesday that infrastructure projects worth approximately Rs. 1 lakh crore are in various stages of development in the state. Speaking at a press briefing in New Delhi, he stated that the state government is working to secure approvals for several key projects by February 25.

GUWAHATI: The Assam State Secondary Healthcare Initiative for Service Delivery Transformation, or ASSIST, has been launched by Assam with a project outlay of Rs. 2,529.17 crore. This transformational scheme is going to build up the health care infrastructure of the state through the construction of new hospitals and redevelopment of the existing ones.

GUWAHATI: In a significant move, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a comprehensive ban on the serving and consumption of beef across the state. The decision, which extends to both hotels and restaurants, prohibits the serving of beef at these establishments.

The restrictions also apply to social events and religious gatherings, aiming to respect the sentiments of various communities and promote communal harmony.

NEW DELHI: Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met on Tuesday to discuss enhancing rail connectivity in the state.

In a thorough discussion, the Chief Minister urged the Union Minister to give Assam top priority in future railway expansion plans by highlighting the economic possibilities that improved connectivity may generate for the state.

NEW DELHI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held discussions with Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari and J P Nadda on December 3, addressing several critical issues related to the state.

The discussions focused on ongoing national highway projects in Assam, along with the proposed Guwahati ring road project. CM Sarma also emphasized the state's key initiatives and challenges during the meetings.

NEW DELHI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa held a very productive meeting with Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia in New Delhi on Tuesday, where they talked about various steps aimed at encouraging the state’s development. 

The meeting concentrated on various key projects supported by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), including the Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav. CM Sarma also extended an invitation to Minister Scindia to attend the upcoming Advantage Assam Summit, scheduled for February 2025 in Guwahati.

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that over 80% of households in the state now have tap water connections under the Central government's Har Ghar Jal initiative. This was mentioned during a meeting with Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil in the capital.

Launched in 2019 under the Jal Jeevan Mission, the program Har Ghar Jal focuses on providing 55 litres of piped water to every rural household of the country by 2024. The tremendous progress of Assam, therefore, reflects the efforts of the state to bring this vision into a reality.

GUWAHATI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to travel to Assam in February 2025 to attend the Mega Jhumur Performance and the Assam Investor & Infrastructure Summit after receiving an invitation from Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Following a meeting with the Prime Minister in New Delhi, where they talked about the state's current and upcoming developmental efforts, the news was shared on social media by CM Sarma.

SILCHAR: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed concern over the potential spillover of violence from neighboring Manipur, particularly in Assam’s Barak Valley region, which borders Manipur's Jiribam district.

GUWAHATI: Citing a consistent increase in successful prosecutions since taking over as Home Minister, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma voiced optimism that the state would eventually catch up to the national conviction rate of over 50%.

CM Sarma said that Assam's conviction rate had increased from a pitiful 5% to 23% after he opened the Sub-divisional Judicial Magistrate (M) court building in Lakhipur, Cachar district.

GUWAHATI: A minister representing the Barak Valley is likely to be included in the upcoming cabinet reshuffle in Assam. This development was alluded to by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in a recent media appearance.

Two new ministers may be appointed as part of the reshuffle, according to Sarma, but the final decision would depend on a significant meeting that is planned for Delhi. He said, “We are considering adding a minister from the Barak Valley. However, if the need arises for two or three more ministers, we will explore that option as well.”

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has urged nations to re-evaluate their travel advice that designate Assam and the North-eastern states as "restricted areas," pointing out that the region has been devoid of militant activity and violence for the previous five years.

GOLAGHAT: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on his visit to Golaghat on Wednesday, said that the state government shall undertake necessary measures for the conservation and amplification of the Deopahar archeological site in Golaghat district, which was earlier part of the Jarasandha Kingdom in ancient Assam.

MAJULI: The Union Government has been encouraged by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to push for Majuli, the largest river island in the world, to be added to the esteemed UNESCO World Heritage Site list.

On November 27, while addressing the International Tourism Mart that is taking place at Kaziranga, CM Sarma said, “Going ahead I would request India's Union Minister of Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat to acknowledge Majuli's nomination into the UNESCO world heritage site list.”

GUWAHATI: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari was praised by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for taking important actions to expedite the long-delayed Jorhat-Dibrugarh National Highway project.

The action follows the onboarding of 11 contractors who were assigned to speed up construction on the crucial 127-kilometer section.

GUWAHATI: In a bid to pay tribute to the cultural and historical heritage of Assam, the state cabinet on Tuesday decided to rename Hojai district headquarters (Sadar) from Shankardeva Nagar to Srimanta Shankardeva Nagar.

The move comes under the government's larger initiative to change place names that are not deemed to be of importance to Assam's historical importance.

GUWAHATI: Assam is planning to host a two-day business summit in February of next year, aiming to attract investment and develop the state's infrastructure, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Sunday.

He said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be inaugurating the 'Advantage Assam 2.0 - the Global Infrastructure and Investors' Summit' on February 24, with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to be invited for the valedictory session.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has revealed about the discovery of Mithun (Bos Frontalis) in the Hilly areas of Dima Hasao.

In the video posted on X by CM Sarma, a group of Mithun can be seen roaming in the jungle.

CM Sarma said that the presence of this species adds to the diverse wildlife of Assam and hailed the forest department for their excellent work in protecting, preserving and managing the state's forests.

Notably, the Mithun is native to the Himalayan foothills in Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, etc.

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has stated that Assam happens to be among the top five states in BJP’s membership drive with 13 lakh enrollment in a week.

Addressing the media, CM Sarma said, “Till September 9 in Assam, 12,90,279 memberships were enrolled, and Assam’s position is among the top five states in the membership drive in the country. Last year, the state BJP membership was 18 lakh. We hope that we can cross it this time.”

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma praised the MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) between the Singapore Cooperation Enterprise (SCE) and Government of Assam in urban planning and management and said that the MoU will enable better urban planning and management of Guwahati.

In a post on X, Sarma wrote, “India-Singapore partnership to herald a new developmental dawn. During Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji’s recent visit to Singapore, the joint statement, issued along with the Prime Minister of Singapore, HE Lawrence Wong, appreciated the MoU between the Singapore Cooperation Enterprise (SCE) and Government of Assam in urban planning and management.”

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma chaired a high-level meeting to finalize the draft guidelines for the rollout of Orunodoi 3.0.

Orunodoi 3.0 scheme happens to be the state's flagship welfare program and it aims to uplift the socio-economic terrain of Assam.

This phase will be implemented across the state, thus increasing the beneficiary coverage by an additional 20 lakh, taking the total number of recipients to as many as 47 lakh.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that if the revenue circle officers do not feel the pulse of the spirit with which the state government is working to protect the land rights of the indigenous people of Assam, then no power can save the Assamese people.

To ensure the land rights of the indigenous people of the state, the government has passed some bills and will introduce more such bills in the coming assembly sessions, the Assam CM said.

We will identify some revenue circles and introduce the system of land selling and buying among people whose ancestors were living in these circles since 1951, CM Sarma added.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inspected the ongoing construction work of the Dighalipukhuri-Noonmati flyover on September 8 midnight in Guwahati.

The Assam CM assured that the Noonmati-Chandmari stretch of the flyover will be open for the public by March 2025, adding that the entire project is set to be completed by early 2026.

CM Sarma further informed that the roads on either sides of the construction site will be cleared during the Durga Puja festival so as to facilitate free flow of traffic.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that his government is working on a new legislation that would ban the selling and buying of land by those people who lived in the state since at least 1951 in certain areas.

He also said that the government is bringing new laws and amending the existing acts to safeguard the rights of the indigenous people over their land, to provide land to the landless residents who are eligible for it.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has said that the state government has taken a giant leap to redefine community policing in Assam.

The Assam CM chaired a conference of 307 Thana Level 'Nagarik Samitis' for the first time.

These committees, constituting citizens and representatives of every police station, will provide a robust framework to bridge the gap between public and the police.

He envisages Nagarik Samitis to play a critical role in assisting victims of crime - particularly children and women- and build awareness on legal procedures such as filing of FIR, recovering reports and obtaining certificates.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the new Chief Minister's Secretariat in Dibrugarh and immediately began his official works from his office.

CM Sarma said that he will be spending 4 days a month in this office.

He further added that this office will bridge the gap between Dispur and Dibrugarh to ensure seamless administrative functions which will bring governance closer to the people.

He also informed that the Chief Minister of Assam will hoist the national flag on Independence Day from Guwahati and on Republic Day from Dibrugarh.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that as many as 39 of the 78 notified sub-districts will be operational in Assam from October 2, 2024.

The Cabinet has approved the operationalisation of 39 sub-districts in the first phase from October 2-8 this year with an aim to provide effective and efficient citizen-centric administration at the grassroots level, the Assam CM said.

This will pave the way for LAC-wise DC offices. Each sub-district will be led by an ADC, along with two assistant commissioners, he further added.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma appealed to the people of Assam not to invest in any non-banking financial company (NBFC) institutions that have not received approval from the Reserve Bank of India.

The chief minister made this appeal before the media. He, however, said that the police would try its best to recover the cash from those involved in such illegal online trading. "We'll not spare anyone involved in this illegal online trading," he said.

The Assam cabinet has accorded approval to lease out 6 acres of land of the erstwhile HPCL Nagaon Paper Mill property in the northern side of NH-37 to Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) for a period of 60 years to set up a hotel.

The lease will be affected at Govt. approved rates and will also pave the way for future development of the area.

The establishment of the hotel will cater to the need of the upcoming Tata Semiconductor Plant in terms of hospitality and accommodation to visiting officials and industrialists.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has said that the tradition of providing bonus before Durga Puja will be continued.

He informed about the cabinet's decision to approve the payment of 20% bonus to eligible employees and workers of ATCL.

A total amount of Rs. 8.13 crore will be paid as bonus to the eligible employees and workers.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took part in the teachers' day celebrations held in Dibrugarh University.

The Assam CM acknowledged the critical role of teachers in shaping up the future of a nation and appreciated their valuable contributions.

He also paid tributes to former President Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, on whose birthday this auspicious occasion is commemorated every year on 5th September.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma encouraged the people to switch to clean and renewable energy by installing solar panels in their homes.

The Assam CM ensured that the installation cost is minimal. Highlighting its benefits, he said that the electricity cost will be reduced, adding that the solar panels are not that costly to maintain.

The employees of the state government will get insurance coverage of Rs. 1 crore for death and permanent disability due to accidents through their salary account in the bank.

Rs. 80 lakh insurance coverage will be given by the banks concerned for partial disability.

In this regard, the cabinet meeting took a decision to ink an agreement with the commercial banks.

The Assam Government has rolled out a novel zero-premium health insurance scheme that would cover state staff and their families with cashless medical cover without burdening them with a premium.

The welfare measure was announced by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday, citing the move as a facility to bring financial security to the staff in case of eventual medical exigencies.

“This is a unique initiative designed to provide state employees with financial security and peace of mind in times of medical emergencies,” Sarma said while launching the initiative.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma officially inaugurated the MRF and Waste to Compost Plant constructed under the North Lakhimpur Municipal Corporation.

This step is a significant move to transform North Lakhimpur city into a clean and garbage-free area.

This facility, which was built at a cost of Rs. 5.75 crore, will enable the scientific disposal of waste.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma revealed about the adoption of a unique initiative to transform wastelands in Assam.

The idea is to free up spaces to create urban forests through meticulous planning and proper processing of legacy waste. The move aims to improve quality of living for its citizens.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is of the opinion that there is no taboo for a college or university student to be a member of any political party. 

“A question continues to haunt people’s minds if college or university students can become active members of any political party. I feel that a student attains the right to be a member of any political party as and when he gets voting rights. Keeping that in mind, the BJP aims to rope in youths falling between the age group of 18-25 years in its membership drive. A youth today will be a leader tomorrow," the Assam CM said.

The Industrial and Investment Policy of Assam (IIPA) introduced by the Assam government in 2019 is starting to show results as around Rs 21,000 crore worth of investments have been assured till now.

Official sources said that due to this policy, so far 25 MoUs worth Rs 13,917 crore have been signed and another Rs 7,413 crore of investments are in the pipeline.

“We rolled out the IIPA policy of 2019 to offer incentives to large-scale investors to set up their bases here and create employment avenues for our growth," CM Sarma said.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has gone all guns blazing at the Jharkhand state government following reports of the death of several candidates while undergoing a physical fitness test for police recruitment.

Addressing a press conference in Ranchi, Chief Minister Sarma called upon the National Human Rights Commission to probe into the incident and demanded compensation be given to the family of the candidates who had died.

Expressing grave concern over the conduct of the physical efficiency tests, CM Sarma condemned the incident while stating that many candidates had lost their lives during the police recruitment drive. 

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed that the promise of providing 1 lakh government jobs has been successfully fulfilled.

He handed out 23,956 appointment letters to contractual teachers in one ago, thereby offering 1,24,345 jobs till date in the state.

The Assam CM pledged to create 50,000 more job, taking the total jobs to 2 lakhs. CM Sarma went on to assure that these jobs have been delivered without a single instance of corruption.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma paid a visit to the Guwahati Medical College and Hospital to take stock of MLA Akhil Gogoi's health condition.

The Assam CM instructed the hospital authorities to ensure all necessary measures are taken to provide timely and appropriate medical care.

He extended his best wishes to the Raijor Dal chief for a swift recovery.

A Bengali Muslim Youtube singer identified as 31-year-old Altaf Hussain was charged with distorting a Bihu song, leading to his arrest in western Assam's Dhubri district.

"Hussain was apprehended for attempting to portray Bihu in a different way. One must respect the core characteristics to integrate well into society. We will not accept anyone who tries to promote our civilisation, traditions, or cultural practices in a way that deviates from our norms. The Assamese people will reject anyone who tries to alter Bihu into 'Miya Bihu', CM Sarma said in a video uploaded on Saturday night.

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav left no stones unturned to take a jibe at Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, dubbing him as the "Chinese version of Yogi Adityanath."

The barb came in response to the recent Assam assembly decision to scrape the two-hour break for the Muslim lawmakers to offer namaz, that has triggered a fresh wave of controversy.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma conducted a Facebook Live session on Saturday night, where he announced plans to hold an upcoming Cabinet meeting in Lakhimpur on September 4.

The Assam CM categorically stated that no dining will be provided to Ministers at the expense of the state government, adding that they will instead go to BJP workers' homes to have a meal.

Developing Lakhimpur and its people will be the core agenda of the meeting, CM Sarma informed.

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh thanked his Assam counterpart Himanta Biswa Sarma for declaring Manipuri as an Associate Official Language in Assam.

CM Singh, during a telephonic conversation with Sarma, conveyed his gratitude and said it would go a long way in preserving the language and culture of the Manipuri community in Assam.

Assam Chief Minister Sarma, in reply, said that the government is committed to bringing opportunities to the doorstep of the Manipuri community.

He added that the communities of all Sister States are tied by the common value system and reaffirmed his government's resolve in ensuring that the Manipuri community in Assam got every opportunity for growth and development.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma observed National Small Industry Day by visiting a local handloom workshop in the state.

It is a day to celebrate the resilience of Indian small industries and their rich contribution to the economy.

He said that the state government is encouraging & empowering entrepreneurs and small industries with favourable policies, financial support and an environment of safety and growth; as a result of which many small business owners are now thriving and rapidly scaling up their businesses.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took to X to announce the decision of transforming Poba Reserve Forest into a Wildlife Sanctuary.

It is spread across a huge swath of land, measuring more than 10,000 hectares in area. The Poba Reserve Forest is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna and serves as a biodiversity hotspot in itself.

The Assam Legislative Assembly has passed a historic order by changing its rules to discard the age-old practice of adjourning sessions on Fridays to offer Namaz. This tradition had been kept alive since 1946.

In a move reflecting the secular ethos of the Indian Constitution, Speaker Biswajit Daimary proposed an end to this tradition. Daimary said that the Assembly should operate on Fridays without religious interruptions, aligning with the principle of equality and non-discrimination.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma thanked Speaker Daimary and the members of the House and said that the abolition of the Jumma break marked the shedding of the colonial legacy that had clung to state legislative affairs for quite some time.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the state government has already recognized the historic Sootea PS (old) as a heritage police station and will take necessary steps to modernize and introduce some departmental elements on it.

The Assam CM announced that the State government will declare August 20 as Sootea Divas and will undertake necessary steps to observe the special day to mark the historical significance and to pay due homage to the freedom fighters under the patronization of the state government.

He further added that the state government will arrange for hoisting the tricolour in the historic police station premises round the clock.

It is to be mentioned here that the national tricolour was hoisted at the historic Sootea PS (Old PS) premises on August 20, 1942 peacefully by the freedom fighters for the first time in India without any bloodshed.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma accused the chancellor of the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) Mahbubul Hoque of fraudulently taking an OBC certificate from the Karimganj district. 

After noticing discrepancies in Hoque’s documents, the district administration cancelled the certificate. However, no action was taken against him, the Assam CM said.

CM Sarma further added that he has instructed the Karimganj District Commissioner to register an FIR against Hoque.

In a bold move that could shape future discourse on Assam’s demographic landscape, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the state government will release a white paper detailing significant population shift by April-May next year.

This forthcoming document is set to reveal a startling rise in the Muslim population and a corresponding decline in the Hindu population across various parts of the state.

The Assam CM emphasized that the white paper aims to foster a deeper understanding of these changes among the public. 

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the state government is ready to do everything it takes to protect the state from any demographic invasion, besides maintaining communal harmony at all costs.

He further said that the government has already introduced a bill to protect places with iconic structures in Batadrava, Barpeta, and Majuli.

“We have also introduced a bill to regulate interfaith land transfers. All these are aimed at providing safeguards to the state,” he added.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma aimed a dig at his West Bengal counterpart Mamata Banerjee for her provoking remarks about the BJP-backed 12-hour shutdown that witnessed some incidents of violence. 

He accused her of causing unrest and promoting divisive politics across the country.

Taking to X, CM Sarma wrote, "Didi, how dare you threaten Assam?"

"Don't show us red eyes. Don't try to set India on fire with your politics of failure. It does not suit you to speak divisive language," he further added.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said that though the number of road accidents in the state has increased compared to last year, fatalities have dropped due to timely medical intervention. He compared the road accident data of 2023 and 2024 and appealed to all to drive safely.

In January 2023, the state recorded a total of 654 accidents, while 819 accidents were reported in the corresponding period this year. In February 2023 and 2024, the road accidents reported in Assam were 582 and 822, respectively, an increase of more than 41 percent.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said peace is imperative in the state, cautioning that continuing violence would destroy the future of the youths of the state.

The Assam CM asserted that young people would be the most affected by a violent and unstable Assam, as no industries would be interested in investing in such a state.

CM Sarma also emphasized that a peaceful environment is a prerequisite for uninterrupted growth and prosperity in the state.

He appealed to ULFA (I) leader Paresh Baruah to refrain from attempts aimed at disturbing the peace in the region.

Apart from government jobs, the Assam Government has its eyes set on exports of human resources, agriculture, and tourism sectors to address the unemployment problem in the state.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the state had around 20 lakh registered unemployed people, and a section of them are aspiring government job seekers. He said that the government is contemplating doing something tangible for them in this regard.

On tourism, the Chief Minister said, “We have prospects in the tourism sector. The footfall of domestic and foreign tourists is increasing fast. We have taken the decision to make 5,000 homestays in the state for tourists.”

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the demography in the state has come to such a point that Hindus fleeing Muslim-dominated areas is a reality now, leading to a decline in the Hindu population in such areas.

"The demographic pattern is changing very fast in lower Assam, where a human disaster is in the making. There were some purely Hindu villages in lower Assam. Now those villages are bereft of a Hindu population," the Assam CM said.

“Apart from birth rates and death rates, another problem that aggravates the situation is Hindus deserting their villages in lower and central Assam," he added.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma informed the state assembly that the government would consider the implementation of a 10 percent EWS (Economically Weaker Section) quota in state government jobs only after the creation of 10 percent additional posts.

MLA Abdur Rashid Mandal raised the issue and demanded implementation of the EWS quota in government jobs as it was in accordance with the 103rd amendment of the Constitution of India.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that former Jharkhand chief minister Champai Soren will join the BJP on August 30 in Ranchi.

He posted a picture of Soren meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi. Sarma, who is the BJP's co-incharge for the Jharkhand assembly polls, was also part of the meeting.

A Jharkhand Mukti Morcha leader, Soren had accused its leadership of insulting him and announced that he would soon decide on his next political course.

It was widely speculated that he might join the BJP, with JMM leader and Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren accusing the party of working to poach its leaders.

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma asserted that the security of Assam is intrinsically tied to the protection of indigenous rights.

"Assam is safe only if the rights of its indigenous people are safeguarded. Any attempt to suppress them through intimidation will lead to adverse consequences," he warned.

Sarma emphasized the deep-rooted cultural and social heritage of Assam's various tribes and communities, highlighting their influence spanning over a thousand years in the state.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, while addressing an assembly session on August 27, assertively said that he would not let 'Miya' Muslims take over the state.

He said so while responding to adjournment motions moved by opposition parties over the law and order situation in the aftermath of the rape of a 14-year-old girl in Nagaon on August 22.

Assam Chief Minister and BJP Jharkhand in-charge, Himanta Biswa Sarma, has called for former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren and incumbent Chief Minister Hemant Soren to join the BJP.

He highlighted the pressing issue of illegal infiltration in Jharkhand, asserting that the BJP is prepared to engage in discussions with Hemant Soren to address this concern.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has launched an unabated attack on Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, demanding for his immediate resignation.

CM Sarma has accused the Jharkhand CM of failing to deliver on promises made to youths during the 2019 assembly elections in Jharkhand.

"Your (Hemant Soren's) father Shibu Soren is an acclaimed national-level leader unlike mine...Time has come for you to resign and quit politics for failing to fulfil promises made to youths during elections," Sarma said.

Amidst a massive backlash from the public due to rape incidents reported in the past few days, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed on Sunday that more than 40,000 rape cases have been reported in the state since 2001, adding that the occurrences have decreased significantly since 2020.

As per the Assam CM, over 3,000 rape cases have been registered every year during the first term of the BJP-led government from 2016 till 2021.

Of these, the highest numbers were recorded in 2019 when 3,546 cases were registered, but it has come down drastically since then, he claimed.

According to the data available with Sarma, 1,657 cases were recorded in 2020, 1,733 in the year 2021, 1,113 cases in the year 2022, 989 in the year 2023, and 580 cases have been reported until July 2024.

The Assam Cabinet approved a slew of important bills, including bills concerning the protection of the lands in Barpeta, Batadrava, and Majuli; the creation of micro tribal belts and blocks; the registration of Muslim marriages, etc. 

Under this bill, the iconic structures at Batatdrava and Barpeta Xatra will be protected areas with a radius of five km.

Other people will not be allowed to purchase land in these two areas, barring those who have been living in these areas for three consecutive generations.

Moreover, the entire Majuli district will be a protected area with restrictions on the sale of land. 

The Assam Cabinet has approved a new bill barring qazis or clerics from registering marriages of Muslims. The Assam Compulsory Registration of Marriage And Divorce Bill also prohibits registration of child marriages.

As per the bill, the government will oversee the registration of Muslim marriages instead of a Qazi. 

The bill, which nullifies certain provisions of Muslim personal laws, will be tabled during the Monsoon session of the Assam Assembly on Friday.

While addressing the media, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has said that discussions are going on to consider the prospect of excluding USTM students from appearing in exams for Assam government jobs.

The Assam CM cited that the students of USTM have different state's certificate due to its geographical location. He complained that the students of Gauhati University and Dibrugarh University suffer from it.

He has directed the legal department to conduct an additional exam for those USTM students seeking jobs and medical in Assam.

CM Sarma on Monday visited the Sonapur Government Old Age Home, run by Monalisa Society under the department of social justice and empowerment of the state govt, and presented Aadhaar, ration, Ayushman and Orunodoi cards to the residents.

During the visit, the residents tied rakhi to CM Sarma to mark the Raksha Bandhan celebration.

Speaking on the occasion, the chief minister announced that the state government would issue Aadhaar, Ration, Ayushman, and Orunodoi cards to all the residents of old age homes in Assam who lacked them.

Over 19 lakh houses in rural areas of Assam have been completed under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin), as of the first week of August.

Elated at the achievement made under the PMAY-G scheme, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma posted on X, “In Assam, over 18 lakh people have become proud home owners under the PM Awas Yojana. Housing for All isn’t just a promise of the NDA government and commitment to the people, a commitment which is getting realised across the country and the State....Hear some happy voices.”

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday (August 12, 2024) said police prevented four Bangladeshi nationals from entering India illegally through Karimganj district.

"This morning at 1:30 AM, Bangladeshi citizens identified as Motiur Seikh, Mushiar Mullah, Tania Mullah, and Rita Mullah attempted to enter India through the Karimganj sector of the India-Bangladesh border. However, police effectively intervened at the zero point and promptly repelled them, preventing their unauthorized entry," CM Sarma said in a post on X.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has blamed the University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM), of worsening the recent flooding in Guwahati, labeling it as "flood jihad."

The Assam CM attributed USTM's activities of cutting down hills and causing deforestation on its campus to raise new buildings, including a medical college, as the reason behind the exacerbation of waterlogging in the city.

The serious accusation comes in the aftermath of heavy downpour on Monday that triggered widespread flooding in Guwahati, causing inconvenience to denizens.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma introduced a groundbreaking scheme going by the name of Nijut Moina on August 8.

It is designed to offer financial assistance to female students from Class 11 through post-graduation.

This ambitious initiative approved by state cabinet, is set to benefit approximately 10 lakh students. A substantial budget allocation of Rs 1500 crore supports this effort.

Amidst the devastating rain-induced flood situation, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has urged the residents of Guwahati to stay indoors and avoid using vehicles unless absolutely necessary.

CM Sarma has requested the commuters to avoid vehicular movement towards the downtown hospital areas on GS Road.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the state government will soon bring a law for life imprisonment in ‘love jihad’ cases.

The Assam CM announced it while speaking at the state BJP executive meet in Guwahati.

The state will also bring in new domicile policy, allowing only those born in the state to be entitled for govt jobs, PTI quoted Sarma as saying.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, while addressing a press conference, announced the decision of expanding the Orunodoi Scheme From September 2024.

As many as 47 lakh beneficiaries in Assam will receive Rs. 1250 into their bank accounts on a monthly basis.

The state government has also introduced new checks and balances to avoid leakages in the flagship DBT scheme.

Himanta Biswa Sharma promised Rupees 5 Lakh

Himanta Biswa Sharma promised five lakhs rupees.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sharma today showed compassion by giving financial support to a family dealing with serious medical issues. Mrigakhi Mech is the mother of the son who is suffering from heart disease and the daughter who is battling for cancer. The family has incurred significant costs for medical care.
As a result, our Honorable Chief Minister promised Rs 5 lakh in government support. Heartbroken by the state of affairs, he prayed for a speedy recovery and sent his loving presence along with the words, 'Ma, will meet you soon'.

The New Governor of Assam

Himanta Biswa Sharma attended the oath-taking ceremony today of Assam's newly appointed Governor, Shri Laxman Prasad Acharya.

He is the 32nd Governor of Assam. With the mission to 'Viksit Assam', the government of Assam looks forward to his leadership and mentoring.

Ex-Governor of Assam

The Chief Minister of Assam honored the ex Governor of Assam, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, at Raj Bhawan today. They shared a sense of gratitude for his remarkable services to the state . In the expression, he was wished for his new governor role and extend such services to the nation

Lakshman Prasad Acharya is the newly appointed Governor of Assam.

He has also been given the additional charge of Governor of Manipur

GDP Revisited

The Chief Minister of Assam today mentioned in an announcement that the state government must delegate administrative powers at the district level. An MoU is undersigned with an institute to determine the district-level GDP. An awareness campaign must be created for GDP in the state.

Maize cultivation is a high-yielding variety that has immense consumption in the form of ethanol and others mentioned Sarma. If the burden of GDP is not taken by the district collector, and the contribution to the development of society will never be discussed.

Deputy Commissioner of Half Long, Deputy Commissioner of Golaghat, if proposed to add on 500 homestays, as a result, there will be an improvement in GDP as a whole. Thus, to accelerate the competition, the GDP next year can be restudied, which is also important to generate employment.

To be among the five foremost countries, there must be a generation of employment opportunities. Employment and economics are the keys to success.

There must be a district-level administration. The District Guardian Minister will be the Chief Minister, and the Deputy Commissioner will be the Chief Secretary for the District. Sub-districts should be managed by competent officers. Before October 2, the Chief Secretary is requested to train the ADC to be competent for the purpose. The training must be conducted either by sending or bringing people from Mussourie for such training. So the deliverables are counted from day one.

NITI Aoyag

The National Institution for Transforming India, or NITI Aayog, published a post today praising or chartering an investor-friendly index for the states. This was featured on the Chief Minister of Assam's social media platform.
Prime Minister Modi highlighted the necessity of "river grids" for the efficient use of water resources as part of his goal to create a "Vikisit Bharat" by 2047. The NITI Ayog Governing Council meeting took place in the Rashtrapati Bhavan Culture Centre.

Successful Candidates

Himanta Biswa sharma was delighted to see the number of successful candidates present on the ceremony of Distribution of Appointment Letter

On the success Himanta Biswa Sharma cherished the successful candidates for their appointments and boasted the number of recruits would be 1.5 lakh by May 2025

A Pledge to fill one lakh vacancies

On Friday, Himanta Biswa Sharma revealed that 97,000 individuals had been hired thus far under his direction. A pledge to fill one lakh government post vacancies was made during the election.
The phrases maintained by Himanta Biswa Sharma were established by the distribution of 465 appointment letters on Friday. Its transparency was something he took great pride in. On July 26, 2024, Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma presented his success tales in a video clip.

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Chief Minister's Initiatives

First time ever Assam Public Service Commission and Combined Competitive Examination is held in Assamese.

There is a constant and continuous effort to secure Assamese language as the Status of Classical Language

There will be mutual transfer in the transfer of Class 3 and Class 4 post on the Cards

Ministry of Home Affairs is taking up the issue of Biometric lock in Adhar enrollment

The successful implementation of Assam Police

Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the sharp drop of pending cases from 95,994 in the year 2021 to 18286 in the year 2024

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has expressed the success of declining number of pending case at the Assam Police. The declining number has reduced the number of cases per police case load from 52 to 7.5 effectively from 2024 June

Himanta Biswa Sharma stated his mind that the effects of such measures will benefit the society at large.

New Adhar Centre from 25th july 2025

3.3 crore applicants produced documents during NRC draft as data from 31st December 2017. The total number of people were 26,57,784 who couldn't produce the documents for their biometrics were frozen during the updated process.

Thus aiming the loss Assam Government opened a new Adhar centre. The centre is to aid the residents who were stuck for NRC detailing. Thus it is announced from July 25th 2024 the centre will provide assistance to process their claims. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sharma indicated 27 lakh people were affected after such turmoil. He also reiterated as the urgent need of the hour.

An MoU Signed

Dr Himanta Biswa Sharma signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Abhinav Bindra's Foundation

The Chief minister of Assam Himanta Biswa Sharma Congratulated Abhinab Bindra for Olympic Order.

The International Olympic Committee awarded the Olympic gold medalist Abhinav Bindra for immense contributions to the Olympic Movement. Olympic gold medalist Bindra will be awarded on 10th August of the 142nd IOC session in Paris.

On such value Assam signed an MoU with Bindra's Foundation to promote Olympic Values and also to facilitate sports and educational programmes

Assam CM Wishes Loveline Borgohain

On a video call Himanta Biswa Sharma with Lovlina Borgohain Bronze medalist boxer wished a good luck for the mega Olympic Games 2024 in Paris. Lovelina Borgohain is the lone qualifier in for the Olympic candidature from North eastern states of Assam.

She won the Bronze medal in the last Olympic event of Tokyo 2020 Games.

The only medal winner in Olympic Games in 2024 from Assam

Indian Badminton Success

2024 Olympic Games in Paris Quotas for the success of India in badminton, CM is grateful
Himanta Biswa the chief minister of Assam presided over the Badminton Association of India's executive and annual general meetings, emphasizing the need to develop badminton sports around the world.
During the international season, India collected 233 medals in both the senior and junior categories.
A bronze medal was won at the Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championship in Dubai. He underlined the necessity for excellent instruction and infrastructure upgrades in order to support badminton sports in Assam.

Growth and Development

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sharma said that India has gained momentum in its growth and development. The highly strategic foundation of Modi government to build a Budget of India sustaining growth. Significantly he also said that the budget has immense economic growth for generation of employment and support system for small businesses.

Dr. Himanta Biswa Sharma thanked Narendra Modi'ji in a post on the internet expressing his sincere gratitude to Hon'able Union Finance Minister Smt Nirmala Sitharaman and her team for a concrete roadmap to accelerate India's growth to world's third largest economy as envisioned by our Hon'ble PM Narendra Modi

The Budget 2024-25 announced to extensively support Assam under Flood Management projects.

The CM met PM Modi Today

The Chief Minister of Assam met the Prime Minister Modi today in Delhi. He highlighted the challenges faced by the state due to flood. PM Modi assured his commitments in helping to overcome the hurdles created in flood situations.

The discussion also lauded initiating several developmental projects under Assam government. Effective implementation of timely completion is also an assurance the Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sharma emphasized. The discussion reveals that PM Modi , in his third consecutive term has extensively committed to assist Assam government in its challenges.

Assam Chief Minister showed gratitude to Jharkhand CM

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sharma thanked the Chief Minister of Jharkhand Hemant Soren for his gracious offer of Rs 2 crore to the chief minister Relief Fund. The relief fund is to generate financial aid to the flood affected people. Himanta Biswa Sharma said he deeply appreciate the generosity of the kind hearted people of Jharkhand and Chief minister Hemant Soren on a post in the internet

Increase in Muslim Population

The Muslim population is increasing and growing around 30% every 10 years said Himanta Biswa Sharma. But the Hindu Population is only rising 16% every 10 years. He also said that the government will assure the number of population in the Muslim community to decrease. The steps to act prudently will be taken by the government of Assam.

He re-asserted about the fact that by 2041 Assam will become a Muslim majority state and no one will be able to stop it in a press conference in Guwahati.

Visions of Assam Government 2016-2025

The vison of Assam Government under the leadership of Himanta Biswa Sarma was to be inclusive balancing and sustainable development. That can be achieved through optimum allocation and effective utilization of resources.

Assam in pursuance of Assam Vision document 2016 -2025 has made a series of development activities for the improvement of of economy, development and creation of employment in the state. The government under the leadership of Himanta Biswa Sarma has created a history of Public Ka Charter , a vision document . To reach out the intellectuals members of the civil society , industrialist , academicians, entrepreneurs farmers tea growers and stake holders the Government has initiated under the banner of Assam Nirman Dialogue series.

The structured discussions and and dialogues were brought into focus in a week on the issues like agriculture, industry , infrastructure, regional divide, security concerns , across the varied geography of the state. Simultaneously the digital campaign was also brought into action through various platforms like Facebook, Twitter , Whatsapp , Telephonic conversations etc. It had seen that the 360 approach of various problems to state has brought into different dimensions of the Government led under Himanta Biswa Sharma

Criticisms

Himanta Biswa Sarma was often criticized for his voice against the Muslim population particularly those of immigrant origin. He has also discouraged families abandoning from government jobs with more than two children and contesting local elections among such communities. His administration has focused on reducing poverty and preventing illegal land encroachments through such policies. However Sharma has repealed the Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorces Registration Act. to eradicate child marriages and stop the potential of unregistered marriage. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sharma is a progressive and visionary leader under whose leadership the state is making tremendous progress in the socio-economic field, the head of Global Assamese Entrepreneurship Forum has said.

Achieveables

CM Dr Himanta Biswa sarma on 19th July 2023 introduced a scheme 'Lakhpati Baideo' for the weavers in Assam making them self-reliant. The weavers are targeted to start with the entrepreneurial journey separately apart from the Self Help Group that they are associated with. It is also unveiled that 40lakh women were given financial assistance.

Himanta Biswa Sharma assumed his office as the Chief Minister and intensely drove against illegal drug trafficking. There have been significant changes in the commitment to a drug-free state. Himanta Biswa Sharma had multiple arrests including seizures exclusively safeguarding its citizens. The data says that 14000 drug smugglers and 2166 crores worth of seizures happened in his term. There were substantial efforts that combatted the confiscation of such large quantities of drugs and contraband

Sharma as a Strategist

2015 saw Himanta Biswa Sharma join the BJP. It was well known that he was the main designer of the Congress, the previous party. He removed his signs and shadows from the Northeast and resigned from every position under the Congress Ministry. In Assam, he also developed into the BJP's victor from 2016 to 2021. In addition, he prepared strategic maps for his allies in Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, and Tripura. He took his creativity to the farthest maximum when planning shows. Crucially, the leadership led by Himanta Biswa Sharma has always been sufficient to cause the rise of the BJP government in Assam

Additional Charges

In 2006 and 2011 Himanta Biswa Sharma was entrusted with additional charges of the Department of Education. The three medical Colleges in Jorhat , Barpeta, and Tezpur were constructed under his initiative. The other Medical Colleges that started the construction are Diphu, Nagaon, Dhubri, North Lakhimpur and Kokrajhar and , will be implemented soon.

The government of India has highlighted Himanta Biswa Sharma several implementations as Health and Education Minister

It is said that under Tarun Gogoi's reign Himanta Biswa Sharma has built his political career. He abolished the system of interview for the first time for the appointment of teachers. He established the written test for Teachers Entrance Test and recruited more than 50000 teachers were recruited in 2011.

Himanta Biswa Sharma the renowned Chief Minister of Assam has immensely glorified by his do able . His careers read as followings

Education

Himanta Biswa Sharma had an education at Kamrup Academy School, Guwahati in the year 1985. He graduated from Cotton College and was elected as the General Secretary of Cotton College Union. He served from the year 1991 to 1992.

He has also earned his LLB degree from Guwahati University and Obtained PhD degree from the University. He also practiced law at Guwahati University before joining politics

His political Career

In 2001, Himanta Biswa Sharma was elected to the Assam Legislative Assembly for the first time, representing the Jalukbari constituency. Bhrigu Kumar Phukan of the Asom Gana Parishad was defeated. By a vote margin of 78,000, he was re-elected from the Jalukbari Constituency under the Congress Party in 2006 and 2011 for a third consecutive term. From 2002 to 2014, Sharma served as the Minister of State for Finance, Health, Education, Planning and Development, Agriculture, and the Implementation of the Assam Accord.