Guwahati, August 31, 2024 — The Autumn Session of the Assam Legislative Assembly concluded on a historic note, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma hailing the session as a milestone in the state’s legislative history. The Assembly successfully passed several critical bills designed to bring transformative changes across Assam’s socio-political and cultural landscape.
Among the key legislations, the Chief Minister emphasized *The Assam Compulsory Registration of Muslim Marriages and Divorces Bill, 2024, which is set to become a powerful tool in combating child marriage within the state. Another significant piece of legislation, *The Assam Land and Revenue Regulation (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is aimed at preserving Assam’s heritage and protecting its iconic structures.
Additional notable bills passed during the session include:
- The Assam Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Reservation of Vacancies in Services and Posts) (Amendment) Bill, 2024: Enhances reservation policies, further empowering SC and ST communities.
- The Assam Official Language (Amendment) Bill, 2024: Introduces updates to the use of official languages in the state.
- The Assam Urban Water Bodies (Preservation and Conservation) Bill, 2024: Prioritizes the conservation of urban water bodies to address environmental concerns.
- The Assam Skill University (Amendment) Bill, 2024: Strengthens the state’s efforts in skill development and vocational training.
Chief Minister Sarma lauded the session, stating, “The Autumn Session 2024 will be remembered for the passage of legislations that will transform Assam, empowering our Dalit and Adivasi brothers and sisters and strengthening Nari Shakti (women power).”
The session’s outcomes reflect a broader commitment to enhancing social equity, preserving Assam’s cultural heritage, and driving sustainable development across the state.
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