Guwahati: The Assam Cabinet has made a series of significant decisions to enhance the state’s infrastructure, support rural development, and advance its green energy goals.
A key aspect of this initiative is the allocation of Rs 150 crore to strengthen police infrastructure across the state under the Mission for Overall Improvement for Responsive Image (MOITRI).
This funding will enhance physical infrastructure, internet connectivity, and cybercrime detection capabilities of police stations statewide.
In another important move, the Cabinet has sanctioned the creation of a new election establishment in Tamulpur to facilitate efficient management of election-related tasks.
This initiative aims to streamline election operations in the region, covering two Assembly constituencies—43 Tamulpur (ST) and 44 Goreswar.
To address the need for skilled personnel in Assam’s Public Works Department (PWD), the Cabinet approved the reappointment of 36 assistant engineers.
These reappointments will continue until the next Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) recommendation or for four months, whichever comes earlier.
Rural development has also received a significant boost with an investment of Rs 428.62 crore for the construction of 97 rural roads and 70 minor irrigation schemes across 23 and 28 districts.
Additionally, the Cabinet has approved a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Reliance Bio-Energy Limited to establish an integrated compressed biogas network in Assam.
Further, the Cabinet has amended the Assam Tea Plantations Provident Fund and Pension Fund Scheme, 1968, to eliminate inconsistencies in provident fund contributions for tea garden workers. The changes will ensure all workers receive PF benefits, regardless of their salary.
Lastly, the Cabinet approved an equity infusion of Rs 205.72 crore into Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) to support the state’s 26 percent stake in the Mini Ratna CPSE. This move is expected to bolster NRL’s expansion efforts, generating employment and driving economic growth in Assam.
These decisions underscore Assam’s commitment to infrastructural development, social security, and sustainable energy, laying the groundwork for future progress across various sectors.
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