Assam CM directs DCs to put in place all system before onset of monsoon
May 21, 2017, at 02:12 am
Guwahati, May 20 (IBNS): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Saturday directed Deputy Commissioners (DCs) of all districts to put in place all exigencies before the onset of monsoon.
Sonowal calls for reform in education sector to instill innovative thinking among students
May 15, 2017, at 03:20 am
Guwahati, May 14 (IBNS): Calling for an early reform in the education sector to instill in the students an innovative thinking process, Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday had launched the ‘Lakshya’ programme in upper Assam’s Dibrugarh district.
Assam CM inaugurates Water ATM in Dibrugarh
May 15, 2017, at 03:16 am
Guwahati, May 14 (IBNS): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday inaugurated a RO based multi coin and smart card operated filtration system, ‘Water ATM’ in Dibrugarh district.
Assam CM calls for joint action to improve academic environment
May 09, 2017, at 02:19 am
Guwahati, May 8 (IBNS) : Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal ceremoniously distributed scholarships under Chief Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (CMSSS) to meritorious students of class V and VIII of Kamrup and Kamrup Metro district in a programme held at Sarusajai Sports Stadium in Guwahati on Monday.
Govt checks graft and removing loopholes in financial system : Assam CM
Apr 30, 2017, at 01:24 am
Guwahati, Apr 29 (IBNS) : Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Saturday said that checking graft and removing loopholes in financial system with good governance has resulted huge rise in revenue in Assam.
V&AC sleuth raids CID office following directive by Assam CM
Apr 27, 2017, at 01:50 am
Guwahati, Apr 26 (IBNS) : The Vigilance and Anti Corruption (V&AC) of Assam police on Wednesday raided the office of the CID, following directive by Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal.
Former Assam CM cancels journey after NSG founds traces of TNT explosives in his vehicle
Apr 17, 2017, at 11:32 pm
Guwahati, Apr 17 (IBNS) : Former Assam Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta has cancelled his second day tour after the National Security Guard (NSG) on Monday found traces of TNT explosives in the official bullet proof vehicle of the former Assam Chief Minister during the routine inspection.
Sonowal distributes cheques to beneficiaries of Atal Amrit Abhiyan
Mar 26, 2017, at 01:35 am
Guwahati, Mar 25 (IBNS) : Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Saturday launched the ceremonial distribution of cheques to the beneficiaries of Atal Amrit Abhiyan when he handed over a cheque worth Rs 2 lakh to Saurav Jyoti Kalita a patient with neurological disorder at a programme held at Veterinary Field, Khanapara in Guwahati.
Majuli to be India’s first carbon neutral district and biodiversity heritage site : Assam CM
Mar 21, 2017, at 11:10 pm
Guwahati, Mar 21 (IBNS) : Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Tuesday launched initiatives to develop Majuli as India’s first carbon neutral district and as a biodiversity heritage site coinciding with the celebration of International Day of Forest at Brahmaputra State Guest House in the city.
Assam CM directs enquiry into Silapathar incident
Mar 07, 2017, at 10:40 pm
Guwahati, Mar 7 (IBNS) : Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Tuesday directed Additional Chief Secretary V.B. Pyarelal to enquire into the incident of attack on the All Assam Students Union (AASU) office in Silapathar by miscreants on Monday and submit report within one month.
Assam CM directs all departments to utilize govt. fund within Mar 31
Feb 25, 2017, at 02:59 am
Guwahati, Feb 24 (IBNS) : In a bid to expedite the utilization of central funds, Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal issued stern directions to all government departments to complete proper utilization of the same within Mar 31, 2017.
Assam CM directs to repair all broken embankments by Mar 31
Feb 25, 2017, at 12:48 am
Guwahati, Feb 24 (IBNS) : Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Friday directed the Revenue and Disaster Management Department to release fund for providing relief to the people affected by storm.
Supporting to Rijiju, Assam minister says Hindus not a religion, but also a culture
Feb 14, 2017, at 01:24 am
Guwahati, Feb 13 (IBNS): Supporting Union MoS Home Kiren Rijiju's remarks on Hindus, an Assam minister on Monday said that, Hindu is not a religion, but also a culture.
We must follow Bir Chilarai’s example of true patriotism and bravery: Assam CM
Feb 11, 2017, at 01:49 am
Guwahati, Feb 10 (IBNS) : Stating that Bir Chilarai’s example of patriotism and bravery must be followed by the young generation of the state, Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Friday said that the government is taking many steps to immortalise the great General of the erstwhile Kamata Kingdom ruled by Koch Dynasty.
Sonowal inaugurates 15th Bodoland Day, reiterates commitment to strengthen BTC
Feb 11, 2017, at 01:48 am
Guwahati, Feb 10 (IBNS) : Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonwoal on Friday said that Assam is a melting pot of several tribes and ethnic groups and it has been a constant endeavour of the State Government to integrate the contributions of all tribes and ethnicities to bring about all pervasive development of the State.
Jan 19, 2017, at 12:47 am
Guwahati, Jan 18 (IBNS) : While the speed of the Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal's convoy was stoped in the traffic snarls in the two lane Saraighat bridge over the Brahmaputra river on Tuesday evening, the state government on Wednesday decided to open the second Saraighat bridge in this month.
Digidhan Mela : Sonowal unveils state developed e-wallet ‘Tokapoisa.in’,e-payment portal
Jan 12, 2017, at 01:30 am
Guwahati, Jan 11 (IBNS) : In a move to tread a step towards Cashless Economy, Assam government on Wednesday unveiled an e-wallet and an e-payment portal for creating a cashless state.
Assam cabinet expansion likely to be made next week by inducting eight new ministers
Dec 29, 2016, at 02:09 am
Guwahati, Dec 28 (IBNS) : The much awaited cabinet expansion of Sarbananda Sonowal-led Assam government is likely to be made before the Bhogali bihu festival which will start from Jan 14 next.
Prabhu, Sonowal flag off country's second luxury train Humsafar Express from Assam
Dec 25, 2016, at 11:29 pm
Guwahati, Dec 25 (IBNS) : In yet another step to facilitate easy and smooth communication between Guwahati and Bengaluru, Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu and Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday flagged off India's second luxury train Humsafar Express from Mumbai and Kamakhya respectively.
Sonowal vows to preserve and keep the martyrs’ column of Assam agitation across the state
Dec 11, 2016, at 01:43 am
Guwahati, Dec 10 (IBNS) : Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Saturday said that Assam Agitation surged ahead keeping the Constitution of India and Father of the Nation at the fore. Assam Agitation was a non-violent democratic agitation to maintain the integrity of the country.
Problems of Civil Defence and Home Guards to be solved resolutely: Sonowal
Dec 07, 2016, at 12:09 am
Guwahati, Dec 6 (IBNS) : Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said that the state government will put in ‘resolute action’ for revamping the Civil Defence and Home Guards in the face of changing dynamics of crime and its manifestations.
Assam govt. to emulate Sui-Ka-Pha’s ideals to embolden Assamese identity : Sonowal
Dec 03, 2016, at 12:40 am
Guwahati, Dec 2 (IBNS) : Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal paid rich tribute to Swargadeo Sau-Lung-Sui-Ka-Pha on the occasion of Asom Divas organized centrally by the Assam government at Charaideo Moidam Kshetra on Friday.
Sonowal to participate in Hornbill Festival
Dec 01, 2016, at 02:04 am
Guwahati, Nov 30 (IBNS): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has left for Kohima to take part in the colourful Hornbill Festival, 2016 which will get off to a colourful start from Dec 1 at Nagaland’s historic Kisama village.
Nov 22, 2016, at 12:52 am
Guwahati, Nov 21 (IBNS) : Underlining the importance of quick and efficient measures to expedite financial inclusion of tea garden workers as well as to ensure timely disbursal of weekly remuneration to them in a cashless manner, Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday directed the Banking authorities to ensure opening of bank accounts of each of the tea garden workers of the state facilitating disbursal of weekly wages through Bank accounts within a fixed time frame.
Sonowal condemns Pengeri killing; directs pinning down the perpetrators
Nov 20, 2016, at 12:08 am
Guwahati, Nov 19 (IBNS) : Terming the Pengeri incident as ‘despicable’ and ‘cowardice’ Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said the perpetrators will be pinned down and punished.
Assam CM directs all DC’s to set up ATM’s in each tea garden
Nov 19, 2016, at 01:55 am
Guwahati, Nov 18 (IBNS) : Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Friday instructed the all Deputy Commissioners to take steps for setting up of ATMs in each Tea garden of the state while interacting with them through video conference.
Assam CM calls for honesty, efficiency from Civil Service Officers
Sep 11, 2016, at 01:14 am
Guwahati, Sept 10 (IBNS) : Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal called for honesty and efficiency from the Civil Service Officers in performing their duties.
Sarbananda Sonowal calls for digital highway in Assam
Sep 02, 2016, at 12:52 am
Guwahati, Sept 1 (IBNS): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Thursday reiterated that the development of the state on a war footing is the Goverment's utmost priority and building the Digital Highway to this affect is of paramount importance.
Shrinkage of forest land is genesis of all wildlife related crimes: Assam CM
Sep 02, 2016, at 12:49 am
Guwahati, Sept 1 (IBNS): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Thursday asked the forest officers to identify challenges posing dangers on wild lives, the sources of such challenges and develop a mechanism to counter them for the protection and conservation of forests and wild lives.