Guwahati, 23rd July: Kokrajhar Government College has been officially upgraded to Kokrajhar University as of today. The Kokrajhar University Act, 2024, received the Governor of Assam’s assent on March 15, 2024, and has been enacted as law.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed the development on his social media handle, stating, “The all-round development of BTR is our persistent effort and quality education forms the base of such development. The upgradation of Kokrajhar Govt College to University will enhance quality of education by several notches and bolster research & development in key subjects.”
Earlier this month, Bodoland University in Kokrajhar district launched a groundbreaking course designed to empower non-literate farmers, marking a significant step towards inclusive education and rural development. This program addresses the unique challenges faced by farmers who have never attended school by offering practical, hands-on training in vital agricultural techniques, crop management, soil health, and modern farming technologies.
The course also includes modules on financial literacy and market linkage strategies, providing a comprehensive toolkit to improve participants’ livelihoods and economic well-being. The curriculum covers diverse topics such as pearl cultivation, vermicomposting, biogas production from cow dung, making areca nut plates, bio-floc fish farming, mushroom cultivation, value-added food product production, plant tissue culture, and beekeeping.
These initiatives are expected to significantly enhance educational and economic opportunities in the region, fostering greater development and self-sufficiency among local communities.
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