Assam

The second phase of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee’s ‘Samay Paribartanor Yatra’ entered Sivasagar district on Saturday, drawing enthusiastic participation from local residents. The yatra, led by APCC president Gaurav Gogoi, began at the Dimow public playground and proceeded from Dimow to Athabari, before reaching Bakat. At Bakat, Gogoi addressed a public meeting before continuing towards Sivasagar. During an interaction with the media, he said that people have extended spontaneous support to the ‘Samay Paribartanor Yatra’. Taking a swipe at the BJP government, Gogoi alleged that the state administration had neglected the legacy of iconic singer Zubeen Garg. He claimed…

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday launched the BJP’s ‘Jan Ashirwad Yatra’ from Dhekiajuli in Sonitpur district, as the party gears up for the upcoming Assembly elections aiming for a third consecutive term in power. Seeking public support, Sarma urged voters to ensure that the BJP retains power so that the “journey of a developed and secure Assam” continues uninterrupted. Accompanied by state BJP president Dilip Saikia, Union Minister Pabitra Margherita and other senior leaders, the Chief Minister stood atop an open vehicle leading the procession. Large crowds gathered along both sides of the roads, welcoming the leaders…

The Assam government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) to carry out a pre-feasibility study for setting up five new greenfield airports in different parts of the state. The MoU was signed in the presence of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The proposed greenfield airports are planned at Manas National Park, Umrangshu, Majuli, Diphu and Charaideo. Officials said the study will examine the technical, financial and operational aspects of developing airports at these locations. At present, Assam has seven airports. These include Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati, along with Jorhat,…

Celebrated Assamese singer and cultural icon Zubeen Garg was posthumously honoured with three major awards at the Filmfare Awards Assamese, marking an emotional moment for the music community in Assam. The late artist received the awards for Best Playback Singer (Male), the Lifetime Achievement Award, and a Special Honour for his work in the film Roi Roi Binale. The recognition was seen as a tribute to his long and influential career in music and cinema. The awards were received by his wife, Garima Saikia Garg, and his father, Kapil Thakur, at their residence. In a quiet and emotional ceremony, Jitesh…

The Assam government has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for a pre-feasibility study aimed at developing five greenfield airports in the state. The signing took place in Dispur, officiated by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, along with key officials including Commissioner and Secretary of Transport, Akashdeep, and AAI Chairman, Vipin Kumar. The proposed airport locations include Manas National Park, Umrangshu, Majuli, Diphu, and Charaideo. Chief Minister Sarma expressed gratitude towards AAI for initiating these studies, emphasizing that the greenfield airport at Manas will address security concerns while also promoting wildlife tourism in…

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the arrest of 16 individuals in Azara, near Guwahati, for assaulting police and officials serving eviction notices to encroachers. He emphasized that a permanent police camp will be established in the area, asserting that all encroachers, described as "unknown people," would be removed. Sarma pointed out that despite the eviction of 1.5 lakh bighas of land, resistance from encroachers persists, linking this issue to the presence of the BJP in the state. He stated that the illegal settlers are not indigenous and declared that the law would be enforced rigorously against encroachers in…

Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma met with Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Iwao Horii, and the Ambassador of Japan to India, Keiichi Ono, along with a Japanese delegation in Dispur on Friday evening. The meeting aimed to position Assam as a strategic destination for investment, with Chief Minister Sarma emphasizing the state's burgeoning economic potential, investor-friendly policies, enhanced connectivity, and significant infrastructure developments. He also highlighted Assam’s role as a gateway to Southeast Asia as part of the Act East Policy. Discussions centered on bolstering Japanese investment in various sectors, including infrastructure, renewable energy, manufacturing, information technology, and…

Assam Rifles provided immediate medical assistance to an injured civilian at Mimi Company Operating Base, reaffirming its commitment towards humanitarian assistance and community welfare in remote areas. Mr Pintu Banerjee, a construction worker from Khongka Village, sustained a deep cut injury to his head when a tree accidentally fell on him at a construction site. He reported to Mimi Company Operating Base with active bleeding and was promptly attended to at the MI Room. The Nursing Assistant administered immediate first aid under sterile conditions. The wound was thoroughly cleaned and dressed and a pressure bandage was applied to control further…

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal, inaugurated three major inland waterways infrastructure projects in Dibrugarh on National Waterway-2 (River Brahmaputra).The projects include the Customs and Immigration Complex at Bogibeel, the Customs and Immigration Complex at Dhubri, and the renovated Heritage Building of the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) at Dibrugarh.The programme, held at Chowkidingee Field, was attended by Assam Power Minister Prasanta Phukan, Public Works Minister Jogen Mohan, Industries and Commerce Minister Bimal Borah. MP Rameswar Teli, MLAs Terash Gowalla, Chakradhar Gogoi, Binod Hazarika, Ponakan Baruah, Taranga Gogoi, Sanjoy Kishan, and Bhaskar Sharma were also present, along with Vijay Kumar, Secretary, MoPSW and Sunil Paliwal,…

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC), under the leadership of APCC President Gaurav Gogoi, began the second stage of its "Xomoy Poribortonor" Yatra in Golaghat. Several places in the Golaghat district were visited by the yatra, including Changkhat, Dayang, Usha-Garanga, Bhelouguri, Merapani, and other places. The yatra started in Golaghat town with the goal of defending the rights of the people of Assam. Gogoi spoke at public meetings, engaged with locals, and heard their complaints and worries at each trip. Gogoi recounted the 15 years of Congress rule in Assam in his remarks. He noted that the public gave the…