Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma orders a crackdown on Aadhaar cardholders who aren’t in the NRC or haven't applied for inclusion. The move aims to address illegal migration and ensure proper documentation of residents.

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Orders Crackdown on Aadhaar Holders Not Registered in NRC

In a significant move to tighten the identification process, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a strict crackdown on Aadhaar cardholders who are neither included in the National Register of Citizens (NRC) nor have applied for inclusion. This decision comes in the wake of ongoing efforts to secure proper documentation and identify illegal migrants in the state. The government aims to address discrepancies and ensure that only legitimate residents are registered, while taking action against those who fail to meet the necessary criteria.

Ongoing construction of the Barak Valley Secretariat, nearing completion in Silchar, Assam.

Barak Valley Secretariat Construction Nears Completion

Assam Minister Kaushik Rai has announced that the Barak Valley Secretariat will be completed by October-November, the ₹100 crore project aims to decentralize administration and reduce travel to Guwahati for government-related work, the Secretariat will house multiple government offices, creating job opportunities and improving public services, residents have welcomed the development as a long-standing regional demand.

Assam Health Minister Ashok Singhal addressing officials during a health department review meeting in Hailakandi.

Health Minister Directs Improvement of Rural Hospital Infrastructure

Assam Health Minister Ashok Singhal has directed officials to improve rural hospital infrastructure to ease the burden on district-level healthcare facilities. During a review meeting in Hailakandi, he emphasized the need for better medical services and issued strict instructions to enhance healthcare parameters. Local MLAs raised concerns about doctor shortages and counterfeit medicines, prompting urgent action from the administration.