Assam - The Purbottar

20 May

Assam Minister Ranjeet Kumar Dass proposes the idea of keeping Manas National Park open throughout the year

Banasree SarkarAssam

Given that Manas National Park is flood-free and has the potential to greatly improve the region's tourism prospects, Assam Minister Ranjeet Kumar Dass has suggested keeping the park open to visitors all year round. Speaking at a public gathering in Baksa district's Salbari, Dass emphasized that Manas has not seen any floods since 2011, in contrast to Kaziranga National Park, which frequently experiences seasonal flooding. He pointed out that this makes the park appropriate for year-round visitors. Dass highlighted the park's rising stature in Assam's tourism industry by saying, "Given the Chief Minister's recent visit to Manas, it would be…

19 May

No proof, just politics? Sarma’s ISI allegations against Gogoi raise eyebrows

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The political rivalry between Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma intensified on Sunday, May 18, after explosive allegations and scathing rebuttals lit up social media, turning the political arena into a battleground of sharp accusations and personal attacks. The latest flare-up in the ongoing feud came after CM Sarma made a sensational claim alleging that Gogoi had visited Pakistan at the invitation of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), not as part of any official engagement but under questionable circumstances allegedly arranged by Pakistan’s Home Department. “He went there to receive training,” Sarma alleged during a public…

17 May

Himanta wants Gaurav Gogoi’s named to be dropped from list of MPs chosen for diplomatic outreach

Mohini BarmanAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday urged Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to drop the state's MP from the list of four parliamentarians nominated by the grand old party for the delegations to be sent abroad to explain India's stance on terrorism from Pakistan. Without naming Gaurav Gogoi, the Congress deputy leader in the Lok Sabha who is among the four MPs nominated by the party, the CM maintained that he should not be included in the all-party delegations "in the interest of national security". Sarma has been making allegations against Gogoi over his alleged Pakistan links through his…

17 May

Authorities in Barpeta implement tough measures in response to ASF outbreak

Banasree SarkarAssam

Due to the African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreak in Gahia village in the Sarukhetri development block, the sale of pigs and meat was prohibited in Assam's Barpeta district on Friday. To stop the infection from spreading, Diganta Baishya, the District Magistrate (In-charge) of Barpeta, has used Section 16 of the Assam Epidemic Disease Act, 2023, to prohibit the sale of pigs, piglets, pork, and associated goods. In addition, pig transportation is prohibited both inside and outside the district, with the exception of travel over the National Highway. People have been rigorously forbidden from disposing of pig carcasses in open fields,…

17 May

Rabha to be taught in 105 schools across Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A landmark decision by the Assam government has brought joy and pride to the Rabha community as 105 government schools have been officially notified to teach in the Rabha language. This historic announcement marks the first time Rabha, a tribal language spoken widely in Assam, will be introduced as the medium of instruction in public schools. The Education Department of Assam issued the notification on Thursday evening, designating 81 Lower Primary (LP) schools in Goalpara district and 24 in Kokrajhar district to begin teaching in Rabha medium. This move is seen as a significant step toward preserving the Rabha language…

16 May

Assam govt issues notification against human trafficking, witch hunting

Mohini BarmanAssam

The Assam government on Friday notified a state policy aimed at combating human trafficking and witch-hunting to ensure that all people can live a life of equal worth, free from all forms of abuse. "The Assam State Policy to Combat Human Trafficking and End Witch-Hunting is now officially notified. A significant move to safeguard human rights and uphold dignity," the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) said in a post on X. The notification, issued by an order of the governor on May 6, stated that the policy will come into effect from the date of its publication in the official gazette.

16 May

Assam Government expands co-district model to 49 units

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a major administrative decision aimed at improving grassroots governance, the Assam government has announced the formation of ten new co-districts, which will become operational by August 15, 2025. This move will take the total number of co-districts in the state from the current 39 to 49, strengthening the state’s efforts to bring administration closer to the people. The announcement was made through an official notification issued by the General Administration Department (GAD). The notification, bearing reference number 375037/496, confirmed that the expansion of co-districts has been approved “as directed by the Honourable Governor of Assam” and is “in the…

16 May

A Tiranga Rally was held in Silchar to commemorate the success of Operation Sindoor

Banasree SarkarAssamTiranga Yatra

Hundreds of participants from all walks of life braved the pouring rain to join the "Tiranga Yatra," which celebrated the success of Operation Sindoor. A group of prominent Silchar residents organized the event, which attracted impromptu attendance from state ministers to schoolchildren. The procession was marched to the Rangirkhari point in the midst of a torrential downpour after being waved off from the Silchar DSA venue. BJP state general secretary Kanad Purkayastha, local MLA Dipayan Chakrabarty, Minister Kaushik Rai, and other members of the ruling party attended the gathering, which was raucous with slogans like "Indian Army jindabad" and "Narendra…

15 May

Guwahati hosts tribute to armed forces post-terror strike

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday inaugurated a special exhibition titled ‘Operation Sindoor’ at the State BJP headquarters in Guwahati, commemorating the valiant response of India’s armed forces following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The exhibition, organised as a tribute to the nation’s defence forces, showcases a detailed account of the military’s swift and decisive retaliation against terror infrastructure allegedly operating from across the border. The display includes visuals, missile system models, strategic maps, and narratives highlighting the precision and strength of India’s armed response. Addressing the gathering, CM Sarma lauded the armed forces…

14 May

Assam CM thanks people for their support in the Panchayat Elections

Banasree SarkarAssam

Both State BJP President Dilip Saikia and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed their sincere gratitude to the Assamese people for their overwhelming support of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its allies in the most recent Panchayat elections. Speaking to reporters at Guwahati's Atal Bihari Vajpayee Bhawan on Tuesday, the two leaders hailed the outcome as a reaffirmation of the party's commitment to strengthening the Panchayati Raj system across the state and a clear endorsement of its development plan. The Chief Minister noted that the BJP only won 272 of the 397 Zila Parishad seats due to the…