Guwahati, 25th September: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma convened a significant meeting with leaders of the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) to deliberate on the recommendations from the Justice (Retd) Biplab Kumar Sarma Committee regarding the implementation of Clause 6 of the Assam Accord. This meeting focused on strategies to safeguard the cultural, social, and linguistic identity of the Assamese people as outlined in the Accord.
During the meeting, CM Sarma reiterated the state’s commitment to advancing the recommendations put forth by the Commission, which plays a crucial role in addressing key issues related to the Assam Accord. On September 7, he had previously announced plans to expedite the implementation of these recommendations.
Of the 67 recommendations made by the Commission, Sarma informed that 52 fall within the purview of the state government, while five are applicable to both state and central jurisdictions. “We had thoroughly discussed the recommendations of the Commission. We can proceed with 52 recommendations now,” Sarma stated, emphasizing the state’s readiness to move forward.
The Chief Minister expressed the goal of implementing these 52 recommendations before the upcoming Bohag Bihu festival, indicating a sense of urgency in addressing the concerns raised by the AASU and other organizations. He highlighted that engaging in discussions with these groups would remain a priority over the next three months to ensure a collaborative approach.
However, Sarma acknowledged that certain recommendations, particularly the proposed 80 percent reservation for Assamese people in the Assembly and Panchayats, necessitate further dialogue with the Centre. “We want to seriously talk with the Centre about this matter,” he remarked, underscoring the need for continued discussions to achieve the objectives set forth in the Assam Accord.
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