Assam - The Purbottar

09 Apr

RTI act strengthens Indian democracy, says Governor

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Tuesday described the Right to Information (RTI) Act as a transformative tool that has strengthened the foundations of Indian democracy by building a bridge between the government and the people. He said the Act has helped usher in a culture of transparency and accountability in governance and remains one of the most powerful legislative instruments in empowering citizens. The Governor was speaking at the inauguration of the 32nd Board of Governors and the 14th Annual General Body Meeting of the National Federation of Information Commissions in India (NFICI), held at an official event in…

08 Apr

Assam’s Dibrugarh-Jorhat NH to be completed by December 31

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Tuesday that there is "unanimous confidence" incompleting the section of the Jorhat-Dibrugarh National Highway by December 31 of this year. The Assam CM met with Krishnan Kumar, the Managing Director of National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited, in Delhi earlier on Monday to discuss the completion of the highway. "Pursuant to my discussion yesterday in Delhi with Dr. Krishan Kumar, Managing Director of @nhidcl, I am happy to share that there is unanimous confidence in completing the Jorhat-Dibrugarh section of the National Highway by 31st December," CM Sarma wrote in a…

08 Apr

Assam gets fulll support from ISRO to launch its own satellite

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday met ISRO Chairman V Narayanan and discussed with him the state's vision of launching its own satellite. The ISRO chairman assured the chief minister that his organisation would lend full support in realising the vision, according to an official statement. In a meeting with Narayanan here, Sarma outlined the Assam government's vision to have its own satellite -- ASSAMSAT -- in collaboration with IN-SPACe (Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre), Department of Space, Government of India.

08 Apr

Assam, Mizoram prepare for key border discussions in Guwahati

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a renewed push to resolve their long-standing border dispute, Assam and Mizoram will hold a fresh round of official-level talks on April 25 in Guwahati. The meeting aims to ease tensions and work towards a peaceful and mutually acceptable solution for the people living along the volatile border. Mizoram Home Minister K Sapdanga confirmed the development, stating that preparations are underway and the state is finalising its delegation. The Mizoram team is likely to be led by Home Secretary Vanlalmawia. Assam officials have already extended a formal invitation for the talks. This round of dialogue comes after delays earlier…

08 Apr

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar graced Kaziranga with his presence

Banasree SarkarAssamsachin tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar, a cricket legend, visited Kaziranga. As part of his personal agenda to tour the region, the famous cricket player traveled to Kahor in Kaziranga. The resort administration at the Borgach Resort in Kahor, who had been getting ready beforehand, welcomed him warmly this evening along with his wife Anjali and daughter. Under strict security, local officials led national visitor Bharat Ratna Sachin Tendulkar into the resort grounds as soon as he arrived in Kaziranga. In the meantime, excited supporters were spotted congregating both inside and outside the resort after learning of his arrival. The cricket player, who is…

07 Apr

CM of Assam emphasizes how indigenous shaping state’s cultural legacy

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday hailed the cultural contributions of the state’s indigenous communities, particularly the Bodo people, during the 32nd Annual Conference of the Dularai Bathou Goutham (All Bathou Mahasabha) held at Pathalikuchi in Tamulpur district. Addressing the open session of the event, CM Sarma acknowledged the deep-rooted cultural, spiritual, and religious practices of indigenous groups that have enriched Assam’s heritage. He emphasized the importance of preserving these traditions, calling them a vital part of the state’s “cultural corpus” and a reflection of the wider ethnocultural identity of the nation. “The customs, rites, and ceremonial traditions…

07 Apr

Alleged irregularities in the expansion project for the Digboi oil refinery

Banasree SarkarAssamDigboi

Young people without jobs in rural Digboi have expressed grave worries about purported anomalies in the contract awarding process for the Digboi Refinery Expansion Project in the Tinsukia region of Assam. With an estimated cost of Rs 740.20 crores, the project intends to increase the refinery's capacity from 0.65 to 1 million metric tons annually. Young people claim that once Keller Ground Engineering India Pvt. Ltd. was awarded the original contract, work was delegated to a small group of people, including tycoon Hemanta Agarwal and three other people, avoiding local contractors. One of the main problems was that more over…

05 Apr

The Assam Cabinet has approved free medicine scheme worth Rs. 190 crore

Banasree SarkarAssamAssam Cabinet

The Assam Cabinet approved Rs. 190 crore to implement the 'State Government Budget for Free Drugs Services' initiative, marking a major step in improving public health care. In order to lessen the financial burden of medical treatment for the residents, free medications will be distributed throughout the state in government hospitals and health facilities. On April 4, the decision was made during a weekly cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The program attempts to address the rising out-of-pocket medical expenses that many individuals, particularly those in underprivileged and rural areas, must pay. According to Health Minister Ashok…

04 Apr

Rongali Bihu workshop was organized by the Asom Chatra Parishad Golaghat district

Banasree SarkarAssamRongali Bihu

Parishad Asom Chatra A ten-day Rongali Bihu workshop was conducted by the Golaghat district unit. It began on March 30 at Samannaykhetra in Golaghat town and ended on April 8. The Bihu workshop attracted over a thousand attendees. Nayana Bharali, Asha Bora Phukan, and Ranjit Gogoi provided coaching for the session. Biswajit Gogoi, the organizer's secretary, stated in a press release that the workshop aimed to introduce Bihu culture to the younger generation. Both boys and girls were observed attending the Bihu workshop dressed traditionally. Experienced individuals provided instruction in traditional Bihu dance and dhool playing.

04 Apr

Dhubri Panchayat elections to focus on gender equity and inclusivity

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Dhubri district administration in Assam has rolled out a comprehensive plan for the upcoming Panchayat elections, focusing strongly on inclusivity, gender equity, and the smooth conduct of democratic processes across the region. Announcing the details at a press conference, Dhubri Deputy Commissioner Dibakar Nath said the district is all set to witness polls in 128 gaon panchayats, 20 zilla parishad constituencies, and 10 anchalik panchayats. Elections will be held across 1,465 polling stations situated in the Dhubri, Bilasipara, and Golakganj subdivisions. The electorate in Dhubri’s rural constituencies stands at over 10.43 lakh voters, comprising 5,37,445 male voters, 5,05,736 female…