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13 May

Himanta Biswa Sarma Maintains Lean Security Convoy, Eyes Caravan Model for Official Tours

Paromita EditorAssam

As Narendra Modi pushes for austerity measures and reduced VIP convoys amid global economic uncertainty linked to the Iran war, Himanta Biswa Sarma is already operating with one of the leanest high-security convoys among Indian Chief Ministers. Official sources said that despite being a Z Plus protectee, Sarma’s convoy within Guwahati consists of only six vehicles. Unlike many high-security political convoys seen across the country, his movement does not include separate ambulances or jammer vehicles. Sources added that this is not merely a response to the recent call for fuel conservation and austerity. Following the Prime Minister’s appeal for lower…

13 May

Himanta Biswa Sarma Says Assam Feels More Secure with Bharatiya Janata Party Government in West Bengal

Paromita EditorAssam

Himanta Biswa Sarma on May 13 stated that Assam feels more secure now that the Bharatiya Janata Party is in power in West Bengal. He said that political unity between the two neighbouring states would help improve coordination on common issues.Speaking to reporters in Guwahati, a day after taking oath for a second consecutive term as Chief Minister, Sarma said Assam and West Bengal have long shared several challenges, especially in matters related to law and order and inter-state coordination.He said that in the past, criminals often crossed into West Bengal, and cooperation between the two states was not always…

13 May

Union Ministers Back NDA 3.0, Promise Faster Growth and Infrastructure in Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Senior Union ministers has welcomed the formation of the third NDA government in Assam and said the new administration led by Himanta Biswa Sarma would further accelerate development, improve governance and strengthen infrastructure across the state. The oath-taking ceremony was held in Guwahati in the presence of Narendra Modi, senior Union ministers and NDA leaders from different parts of the country. Lakshman Prasad Acharya administered the oath of office and secrecy to Himanta Biswa Sarma and members of the new council of ministers. Along with Sarma, BJP leaders Rameswar Teli and Ajanta Neog, AGP president Atul Bora and BPF MLA…

13 May

Himanta Biswa Sarma Takes Oath Again as CM, Sonowal Promises Growth and Indigenous Protection

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Sarbananda Sonowal has said Assam would continue moving towards development, peace, prosperity and self-confidence under the vision of Narendra Modi and the leadership of Himanta Biswa Sarma as the NDA 3.0 government began its new term in the state. Sonowal made the remarks while attending the swearing-in ceremony of the new NDA government in Guwahati in the presence of Prime Minister Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and several senior NDA leaders. Describing the occasion as a “historic and proud day” for Assam, Sonowal congratulated Himanta Biswa Sarma after he took oath again as the chief minister along with members…

13 May

Sonowal Says NDA 3.0 Committed to Protecting Indigenous Land and Border Security

riya EditorAssam

Union minister and senior BJP leader Sarbananda Sonowal on Tuesday said the BJP-led NDA 3.0 government would continue to take strict action against infiltrators and protect indigenous land rights during its five-year term. “In the next five years, the NDA government will continue to take firm action against infiltrators and ensure protection of indigenous land rights. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi vision of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’ and the strong, dynamic and people-oriented leadership of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, the wave of development will continue across every region of Assam,” Sonowal said after attending the swearing-in ceremony of the…

13 May

Suspected Poachers Kill Wild Elephant on Outskirts of Guwahati

riya EditorAssam

A male wild elephant was gunned down by suspected poachers in the Dikchak hills under the Topatoli Beat area of the Sonapur Forest Range near Guwahati. This incident has raised serious questions about wildlife protection in the forests along the Assam-Meghalaya. Local people said gunshots were heard in the area during the early hours of Tuesday, following which a herd of elephants was seen running frantically through the forested area, raising immediate suspicion among villagers. The matter was subsequently reported to forest officials. Sources said a search operation was launched by the Forest department, assisted by residents. However, after hours…

12 May

Narendra Modi Congratulates Himanta Biswa Sarma on Third Consecutive NDA Government in Assam

Paromita EditorAssam

In a post on X, Narendra Modi said, “A great day for Assam! For the third consecutive time, the NDA government assumes office. Congratulations to Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma on taking oath.” He added that Sarma has made a mark as an excellent administrator and has carried out pioneering work for the state. The Prime Minister also conveyed his best wishes for the new tenure. Modi further congratulated newly inducted ministers Rameswar Teli, Atul Bora, Charan Boro and Ajanta Neog, expressing confidence that they would help strengthen Assam’s development journey. Responding to the Prime Minister’s message, Himanta Biswa Sarma thanked…

12 May

Nitin Gadkari Says Projects Worth ₹2 Lakh Crore in Pipeline for Assam

Paromita EditorAssam

Nitin Gadkari said infrastructure projects worth nearly ₹2 lakh crore are in the pipeline for Assam, expressing confidence that the BJP-led government under Himanta Biswa Sarma would honour the trust reposed by the people with renewed focus on development. Speaking ahead of Sarma’s swearing-in ceremony in Guwahati, Central Minister of Road Transport & Highways Gadkari said the people of Assam had once again placed their faith in the Bharatiya Janata Party by giving it a third consecutive mandate. “The trust that the people of Assam have shown in the BJP for the third time will be justified. Assam will continue…

12 May

Devendra Fadnavis Backs Himanta Biswa Sarma, Praises Assam’s Growth Potential

Paromita EditorAssam

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis expressed confidence in the leadership of Himanta Biswa Sarma as he took oath as the Chief Minister of Assam for a second consecutive term.Mr. Fadnavis thanked the people of Assam for electing the NDA government for a third straight term and said the state would play a crucial role in the country’s growth in the coming years.“For the third time, the Bharatiya Janata Party government is being formed in Assam. I bow to the people of Assam for the immense faith they have placed in Narendra Modi and our popular Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma,”…

12 May

Simon Wong Congratulates Himanta Biswa Sarma, Reaffirms Support for Assam

Paromita EditorAssam

Simon Wong on Tuesday, May 12, congratulated Himanta Biswa Sarma as he began his second consecutive term as Chief Minister of Assam, reaffirming Singapore’s continued support for the state and its development journey. In a message posted on X, Wong highlighted the growing partnership between Singapore and Assam and expressed confidence in the state’s progress under Sarma’s leadership. “Big congratulations to our dear friend Himanta Biswa. Your new term as Chief Minister will no doubt propel Assam to greater heights. As your trusted friend, we will stand by Assam as always,” Wong said. Earlier in the day, Sarma visited the…