Margherita, October 4: In a significant development for Assam’s administrative landscape, the Margherita Sub-Division was officially renamed as the Co-District Commissioner Office Margherita. The renaming marks the first phase of the state government’s broader plan to establish 39 Co-District Commissioner Offices across Assam, aimed at enhancing governance and administrative efficiency.
The renaming ceremony was led by Bimal Bora, Assam’s Minister for Industries, Commerce, Public Enterprises, and Cultural Affairs, who also serves as the Tinsukia District Guardian Minister. The event was attended by several high-ranking officials and dignitaries, including Margherita MLA Bhaskar Sharma, Tinsukia District Commissioner Swapneel Paul (IAS), Margherita Co-District Commissioner Prakshit Thoudam (IAS), and Margherita Co-District Police Officer Sambhavi Mishra (IPS).
In his address, Minister Bimal Bora hailed the renaming as a historic moment for the people of the 83-number Margherita Constituency. He credited Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma for spearheading the state’s efforts to restructure administrative divisions, ensuring better governance at the grassroots level.
“The renaming of Margherita is not just symbolic but represents a stronger and more efficient administrative framework that will serve the people better,” Bora remarked during the ceremony.
To mark the occasion, the minister also planted a sapling on the grounds of the newly renamed Co-District Commissioner’s office, signifying growth and a fresh start for the constituency.