Guwahati: A special one-day assembly session will be held in Kokrajhar on February 17, marking a significant milestone for the region.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the event on social media, describing it as a “high point” of his tenure.
He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “unwavering love for Assam” and Home Minister Amit Shah’s guidance for this achievement.
The session will primarily focus on strengthening the administration of 6th Schedule areas, with the Governor’s address serving as a key highlight.
Deputy Speaker Numal Momin emphasized the session’s broader implications for communal harmony, stating, “This budget will club together all the people in Assam.” He acknowledged the diverse nature of the state and highlighted this session as an opportunity for various communities and religions to witness the legislative process firsthand.
Kokrajhar, once synonymous with the Bodoland movement, has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, emerging as a symbol of peace after decades of ethnic conflict.
The unprecedented decision to hold an assembly session in Kokrajhar signifies the government’s commitment to decentralization and inclusive governance in previously conflict-affected regions of Assam. Multiple important bills are expected to be introduced during the budget session, though specific details remain undisclosed.
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