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Senior Congress spokesperson Ratul Kalita on Thursday strongly criticized the BJP-led government in Assam for its alleged failure to ensure the safety of women, particularly those from the tea community. Speaking at a press conference in Guwahati, Kalita accused the state government of failing to take action against the rising incidents of violence against women […]
The Assam government has officially received a detailed report concerning the controversial Gorukhuti eviction drive of 2021, which resulted in the loss of two lives and displaced thousands of residents. The inquiry, led by retired high court judge BD Agarwal, culminated in a comprehensive 319-page document presented to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The findings […]
Guwahati, Assam – The Assam Government is taking significant steps to bolster disaster preparedness in its flood-prone regions by proposing a new policy that mandates swimming proficiency for Class I officers and employees. This initiative was discussed during the 51st State Executive Meeting, led by Chief Secretary Dr. Ravi Kota, and aims to equip officials […]
Guwahati, October 2, 2024 — In a significant administrative reform, the Assam government has announced the renaming of newly established “sub-districts” to “co-districts,” effective immediately. This decision overrides earlier notifications issued on September 12, 2023, and September 28, 2024, which referred to the areas as sub-districts. Under the new directive, officials responsible for managing these […]
In a swift response to the tragic death of a class nine student, Bhabesh, at Padumpukhuri High School in Sipajhar, Assam, the state government has transferred the principal-in-charge and 11 other staff members. The decision follows allegations of negligence surrounding the incident in which the student was reportedly assaulted by a classmate on September 23, […]
In a significant step to bolster the nutritional health of schoolchildren, the Assam government has launched an upgraded midday meal program as part of the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN) initiative. This revamped menu introduces 12 new recipes aimed at delivering a balanced diet that promotes both physical growth and cognitive development among […]
The Assam Government, via the Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL), has dispelled myths surrounding smart meters and emphasized their benefits for consumers. Addressing common misconceptions, the government clarified that smart prepaid meters are designed to promote energy efficiency and cost savings, not to increase electricity bills. Users have reported up to a 50% reduction […]
In a significant educational reform, the Assam government has merged the Secondary Education Board of Assam (SEBA) and the Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC) into a single unified entity, the Assam State School Education Board. This consolidation follows the enactment of the Assam State School Education Board Act, 2024. R. C. Jain, IAS (Retd.), […]
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: This move aims to improve administrative efficiency […]
Guwahati: Assam has launched a state-wide health screening program aimed at diagnosing and treating children with complex heart and blood disorders. The initiative, which commenced on September 1, will run for ten days and is designed to address conditions such as congenital heart diseases, leukemia, thalassemia, and other rare blood disorders. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa […]