Assam cabinet eases norms to attract private investment in higher education

July 2, 2026 2:54 PM

Assam cabinet eases norms to attract private investment in higher education

The Assam Cabinet has approved a series of reforms to encourage greater private participation in the higher education sector by easing regulatory norms for the establishment of private universities in the state. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the policy changes are aimed at expanding access to quality higher education and attracting reputed private institutions to invest in Assam. "To harness Assam's fullest potential, we aim to expand access to quality higher education and are keen t...

Assam Cabinet Approves Rs 250 Crore to Boost Development in Bodoland Region

December 19, 2025 9:59 AM

Assam Cabinet Approves Rs 250 Crore to Boost Development in Bodoland Region

The Assam Cabinet on Thursday approved the release of Rs 250 crore to the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) under the State-Owned Priority Development Fund (Rural) for the financial year 2025–26, reaffirming the state government’s commitment to accelerating development in the Bodoland region. The decision was taken at a meeting of the Council of Ministers held at Lok Sewa Bhawan under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Officials said the allocation will be used for ru...