Assam - The Purbottar

21 Jul

The Assam CM will review projects and launch plans for the Dibrugarh-Tinsukia tour

Banasree SarkarAssam

In an effort to improve public service delivery throughout several Legislative Assembly Constituencies (LACs), Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will embark on a four-day official tour of the districts of Dibrugarh and Tinsukia from July 22 to July 25. On July 22, CM Sarma will begin his tour by attending a Bhumi Pujan at Burha Burhi Than in Tinsukia and launching a recently finished water supply project that could greatly increase the area's access to clean drinking water. On July 23, in the CM's Secretariat in Dibrugarh, the Chief Minister will preside over high-level review sessions for the Sonari,…

21 Jul

People who lost land now losing It again in Nagaon

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Tensions are running high in Raha under Nagaon district’s Raha Revenue Circle, as indigenous residents have raised serious allegations of harassment and land encroachment. The conflict is centered around the Dangori Beel Kichamukh area, where government-rehabilitated families now find themselves once again fighting for the very land that was legally allotted to them years ago. Local residents claim that a group of illegal occupants has re-entered and seized large parts of land which had earlier been cleared of encroachments by the state government. These lands were part of a resettlement initiative for landless indigenous (Khilonjiya) families. However, despite previous eviction…

19 Jul

Young Live are lost to Japanese Encephalitis in Jamugurihat, Assam sees an alarming increase

Banasree SarkarAssam

In Jamugurihat, a young guy named Arup Nath passed away from Japanese encephalitis, which is a tragic development given the virus's apparent rapid spread throughout Assam. Authorities are stepping up surveillance and preventive measures as a result of the incident's increased public health concerns. New instances keep appearing in different districts in spite of continuous awareness campaigns and medical procedures. The public has been urgently urged by health officials to take the essential precautions, such as avoiding mosquito bites, using nets coated with insecticide, and practicing good hygiene and sanitation. Additionally, residents are being urged to get medical help right…

19 Jul

2 d*ad, several injured in clash during Goalpara eviction

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Tensions erupted in Assam’s Goalpara district on July 18 during an eviction drive in the Paikan forest area, leading to a violent confrontation between alleged encroachers and security forces. The clash resulted in the death of two individuals and injuries to several police and forest department officials. As of Friday, nine people have been arrested for their alleged involvement in the attack on police personnel. According to official sources, the eviction operation was being jointly conducted by the Assam Police and the Forest Department to clear illegal settlements from reserved forest land in the Paikan region. The drive was part…

18 Jul

Assam faces agricultural crisis as CM orders emergency irrigation measures amid rain shortfall

editorAssam

On July 17, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma presided over a meeting at Lok Sewa Bhawan with senior Agriculture Department officials and experts from the Regional Meteorological Centre to evaluate the effects of insufficient rainfall on Assam's agriculture. After reviewing data from the impacted districts, CM Sarma gave the Assam Chief Secretary instructions to increase departmental action and irrigation measures in order to assist farmers. However, the state's farmers are left in a precarious position as they are unable to plant paddy seedlings in their fields due to insufficient rainfall and inadequate irrigation facilities. Some farmers are using folklore to…

18 Jul

Himanta Biswa Sarma blames Rahul Gandhi for Goalpara violence

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday strongly blamed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for inciting unrest that led to violent clashes between alleged encroachers and security personnel in the Paikan Reserve Forest area of Goalpara district. The confrontation resulted in the death of one person and left 21 police and forest officials injured. The Chief Minister, in a sharply worded statement posted on his official X handle (formerly Twitter), alleged that Rahul Gandhi’s recent statements during his Assam visit had directly encouraged encroachment on government forest land. “Rahul Gandhi came to Assam and openly encouraged encroachers to occupy forest…

17 Jul

Dibrugarh DC holds Independence Day preparatory meet, stresses cleanliness and participation

editorAssam

On July 16, in the District Commissioner's conference room, District Commissioner (DC) Bikram Kairi presided over a preparatory meeting for the 79th Independence Day celebrations in the Dibrugarh district. The DC reviewed departmental responsibilities and asked all officials to guarantee smooth execution of assigned duties in the meeting in order to make the celebration a huge success. In accordance with the official protocols and schedules, he also ordered that the national flag be raised at government buildings, schools, organizations, companies, and even private homes. Prior to the event, the DC emphasized cleanliness and asked for extensive campaigns throughout the Dibrugarh…

17 Jul

Assam CM hits back after Rahul’s corruption charges

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The political temperature in Assam rose sharply on Tuesday as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, branding him “the most corrupt chief minister in India.” The remark, made during Gandhi’s visit to Assam, triggered a swift and pointed response from Sarma, signaling the intensifying battle lines ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. Addressing a gathering of Congress workers and party leaders, Gandhi accused Sarma of massive corruption and claimed that the BJP leader’s fear was now clearly visible. “Congress’s brave lion will put him behind bars,” Gandhi declared, energizing party cadres. In…

17 Jul

CM Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma visits Kokrajhar Medical College and Hospital

Banasree SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma visited Kokrajhar for two days, attending a number of events and spending the night at the Bodoland Guest House in Bodofa Nagar. With Minister Urkhao Gwra Brahma by his side, the Chief Minister visited Kokrajhar Medical College and Hospital on the second day of his tour and spoke with the college's officials. Following his knowledge of Kokrajhar Medical College's limitations and grievances, the Chief Minister informed the media that Kokrajhar Medical College and Hospital need an MRI machine, nurse quarters, and rooms for doctors. He said, "I have noted everything, and the issues…

16 Jul

Asharikandi’s terracotta Gets Bhutan’s attention

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

His Excellency Jigme Thinlye Namgyal, Consul General of Bhutan, visited the iconic terracotta village of Asharikandi in Gauripur, Dhubri district, Assam, on Tuesday, July 15. The visit was part of Bhutan’s broader initiative to integrate traditional art and heritage into the forthcoming Mindfulness City project at Gelephu, an ambitious vision championed by His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. Renowned for its Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged terracotta craft, Asharikandi has long held a prominent place in India's artisanal landscape. The Consul General’s visit underscored growing interest in cross-border cultural synergy, with Bhutan exploring how Asharikandi’s vibrant and intricate terracotta art could…