Guwahati, September 5, 2024 — The Assam Cabinet has approved the establishment of 39 new sub-districts as part of a strategic initiative to enhance grassroots governance. This operational phase is set to commence from October 2 to October 8, 2024.
The newly approved sub-districts across various districts are:
- Kamrup Metro: Dispur, Demoria, North Guwahati, Jalukbari
- Darrang: Sipajhar, Dalgaon
- Morigaon: Jagiroad, Lahorighat
- Hojai: Lumding
- Sonitpur: Dhekiajuli, Noduar
- Dibrugarh: Khuwang, Duliajan, Tingkhong, Naharkotia
- Charaideo: Mohmara
- Karimganj: Patharkandi, Ramkrishna Nagar
- Dhubri: Bilasipara, Golakganj
- Bongaigaon: Abhayapuri
- Kampur: Rangia
- Nagaon: Kaliabor, Roha
- Biswanath: Gohpur, Behali
- Lakhimpur: Dhakuakhana
- Dhemaji: Jonai
- Tinsukia: Margherita, Sadiya, Doom Dooma
- Sivasagar: Nazira, Demow
- Jorhat: Titabor
- Golaghat: Bokakhat, Sarupathar, Dergaon
- Cachar: Lakhipur
- Goalpara: Goalpara West
This move aims to improve administrative efficiency and bring governance closer to the citizens. Each sub-district will be managed by an Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) and two Assistant Commissioners, ensuring effective local administration.
The Cabinet has also approved the finalization of headquarters for these sub-districts to ensure optimal accessibility. Additionally, a new Circle and sub-district in Behali have been authorized to further bolster administrative capabilities in the region.