Assam CM Announces Sweeping Administrative Reforms on Independence Day

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma unveiled ambitious plans for comprehensive administrative reforms during his address at the 77th Independence Day Celebrations held at the Khanapara Veterinary Field in Guwahati. Amidst a gathering that included Cabinet Ministers, Kamrup (Metro) DC Pallav Gopal Jha, Guwahati Police Commissioner Diganta Barah, and other dignitaries, the chief minister outlined a series of transformative changes slated to reshape the state's administrative landscape within a remarkably short span of one month.

The foremost and perhaps the most striking among these reforms is the abolition of the sub-division system across the state. Chief Minister Sarma emphatically stated that the existing sub-division structure would be replaced by the establishment of sub-districts within each constituency. This structural shift seeks to decentralize administrative functions, potentially enhancing governance efficiency and citizen access to services.

In addition to this radical change, the chief minister also announced that districts that have been merged with other existing districts would undergo a thorough review, with a decision about their future determined within the following two months. This indicates a keen commitment to streamlining administrative boundaries and structures for improved governance outcomes.

The event was not only significant for the announcement of these transformative measures, but also for the occasion itself. Chief Minister Sarma hoisted the national flag at Khanapara, marking the nation's 77th year of independence. He extended his greetings on X saying, “On this Independence Day, let's stand together in pride, unity, and gratitude for the freedom we cherish. May our nation's journey ahead be filled with progress, peace, and prosperity for all.”

This declaration of administrative reforms comes as a bold step by the Assam government, highlighting a clear intent to adapt and evolve the state's governance framework for the better. As the plans roll out over the next month, Assam's citizens and observers will keenly await the tangible impacts of these changes on the state's administrative efficiency and citizen services, as well as their potential to inspire similar initiatives across the nation.

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