The Tata Group has inaugurated a ₹27,000 crore semiconductor assembly and test facility in Assam, aiming to produce 15 billion chips annually. This landmark project, set to be operational by next year, aligns with the Indian government’s semiconductor mission and is poised to transform Assam into a key player in the global semiconductor ecosystem. Facility… Read More »
Charaideo Maidam has been nominated to become North East India’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site in the cultural category. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced this nomination at the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee held from July 21-31 in New Delhi. If accepted, Charaideo Maidam will be India’s 43rd World Heritage Site, joining Kaziranga National Park and Manas National Park,… Read More »
The Assam government has taken a commendable step towards promoting girl education and addressing the issue of child marriage in the state. On June 12, 2024, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the launch of the Mukhya Mantri Nijut Moina (MMNM) scheme, which was approved by the Assam government cabinet. Objectives of the Mukhya Mantri… Read More »
The central government has approved Assam’s proposal to establish a new Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in Kamrup district. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the “in-principle approval” from the Ministry of Education, with IIM Ahmedabad slated to mentor the new institution. Strategic Location With just one IIM in the entire Northeast region, the establishment of IIM Kamrup… Read More »
Assam has taken a significant step towards enhancing its disaster management capabilities with the launch of the Disaster Reporting and Information Management System (DRIMS). This state-of-the-art digital platform, an initiative of the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), aims to streamline the reporting and assessment of damages caused by various disasters, enabling prompt disbursal of… Read More »
In a collaborative effort between the Assam government and Larsen & Toubro (L&T), Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the Construction Skill Training Centre in Assam. This initiative aims to address unemployment by providing comprehensive training opportunities to the youth and enhancing their employability in the construction sector. Addressing Unemployment Through Skill Development Chief Minister Dr. Sarma emphasized the urgent need for… Read More »
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma released the first edition of ‘Political History of Assam (1947-1971)’- Volume 1, marking a significant step in documenting the state’s political journey.The Vision for Historical AccuracyCM Sarma emphasized the need to rewrite history based on factual evidence, rather than through the lens of ideology. He criticized the approach of viewing history from a… Read More »
In a significant step towards environmental sustainability, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma flagged off 200 electric buses from Guwahati. This initiative marks one of the state government’s most substantial efforts to create a pollution-free environment in Assam. A Milestone in Green Transportation During a media address, CM Sarma expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative, describing it as… Read More »
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the newly constructed ‘Shraddhanjali’ flyover in Guwahati on October 19, 2023, marking a significant milestone in the state’s infrastructure development as it was completed in just 60 days. This achievement stands out, considering that it was completed 300 days ahead of the original schedule. Shraddhanjali Flyover Inaugurated with Ambitious Citywide CCTV Project The 2.28-kilometer-long Shraddhanjali flyover, linking Commerce… Read More »
Assam Governor launches ‘Sarpanch Samvad’ app: Assam Governor Gulab Chand Kataria unveiled ‘Sarpanch Samvaad’ , a mobile application app of the Quality Council of India (QCI) in Raj Bhavan. Short Question Who is the first Assamese Governor? The first Governor of independent Assam was Sir Muhammad Saleh Akbar Hydari and Chief Minister was Gopinath Bordoloi who witnessed the… Read More »