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In an important step towards ensuring a swift, transparent and technology-driven assessment of flood damage, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma today formally inaugurated a digital survey training programme for flood-affected districts of Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat and Golaghat at the convention centre in Jorhat.The training programme has been launched to facilitate a scientific and comprehensive assessment of losses suffered by people affected by the recent devastating floods in the districts of Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat and Golaghat.The training marks the beginning of a technology-enabled survey process that will support the government in preparing an accurate database for rehabilitation and assistance.Following the inaugural…

The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has successfully restored the railway tracks damaged by recent floods at Simaluguri and adjoining areas in Sibsagar district under the Tinsukia Division, enabling the resumption of rail connectivity in the affected region. The restoration was completed through sustained efforts by NFR's engineering teams despite adverse weather conditions and the challenging flood situation. Train operations have now resumed in a phased manner with appropriate safety measures in place. Although the railway track has been restored, many local residents, including families with children, along with their belongings and livestock, continue to take shelter on or near the…

The fourth poetry book "Panidongar Bengunia Phulbor" by senior Assam Civil Service officer and distinguished poet-writer Bimal Deka, who is currently serving as Additional Secretary in the General Administration Department, Government of Assam, was released today at a solemn event held at the Guwahati Press Club. The book was formally unveiled by renowned journalist and fiction writer Anuradha Sharma Pujari. Speaking at the event, Anuradha Sharma Pujari said that those who do not forget to look at the sky even amidst their busy lives, and who do not forget to enjoy the feel of the rain, are the ones who…

The Directorate of Census Operations (DCO), Assam today launched the official Census 2027 Theme Song at a programme held in Guwahati.The event marked another significant milestone in the public awareness campaign for Census 2027, aimed at encouraging citizens across the State to actively participate in the Census process.The programme commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp as a tribute to the legendary singer late Zubeen Garg, whose soulful rendition of the Census 2027 Theme Song will continue to inspire and resonate with the people of Assam.The Theme Song has been sung by late Zubeen Garg and written by Pankaj…

The Assam government is leaving no stone unturned to ensure flood relief and rehabilitation efforts are carried out with compassion and accountability so that affected families can rebuild their lives and livelihoods with dignity and resilience.In this regard, Chief Secretary Ravi Kota on Thursday chaired a high-level review meeting of the District Consultative Committee (DCC) through video conference with the District Commissioners of Jorhat, Sivasagar, Charaideo and Golaghat to review the implementation of flood relief measures and steer a coordinated, multi-agency response aimed at expediting relief, rehabilitation and livelihood restoration.The meeting brought together district administrations, banks, insurance companies and line…