Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma denies illegal mining in Assam amid floods, citing Nagaland mining as a cause. The government will assess damage starting August 9 as deaths reach 87, with Nagaland-based organizations rejecting the claim.

The Assam government has released the first tranche of ₹75,000 interim relief to households affected by floods. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma distributed the relief in Dibrugarh, one of the worst-affected districts.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma emphasized healthcare, power restoration, and sanitation during a tour of flood-affected areas starting in Dibrugarh. Over 11.4 lakh people have been impacted across 25 districts since April 29.

Assam flood toll reaches 66 as BJP seeks relief funds from party workers. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announces distribution of clothes to 4 lakh women and children, while State Congress president Gaurav Gogoi accuses the government of failing flood victims.

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma advised against attacking or trolling Keshab Mahanta over his daughter's participation in a NEET protest. He noted that the daughter may not align with her father's political views.

25% of flood-hit districts in Assam are inaccessible, affecting approximately 11 lakh people in over 2,000 villages, as stated by Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Floods in India's Assam state caused by heavy monsoon rains have killed at least 50 people and displaced 700,000. The Brahmaputra River overflow submerged 900 villages, destroyed homes, and left 7,000 homes without electricity, with rescue operations and aid distribution ongoing.

Floods in India's northeastern Assam state caused by heavy monsoon rains have killed at least 50 people and displaced 700,000. The overflowing Brahmaputra River submerged nearly 900 villages, destroyed 7,000 homes, and left many without electricity, prompting government relief efforts including airdropped supplies and rescue operations.

The flood toll in Assam has risen to 47, affecting over 7 lakh people. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma attributes the floods to localised heavy rainfall 436% above normal and cloudbursts upstream in Nagaland.

Eastern Assam is experiencing its worst floods in 60 years, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stating the damage is greater than anticipated and more bodies are being recovered. Additional rainfall is expected over the next four days.

Assam has launched a mission to convert Muga silk waste into high-value yarn. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma noted that 40% of Muga silk cocoons are unused due to lack of processing facilities.

The 2018 floods in Assam, India, raised concerns in New Delhi about weather control being used as a geopolitical tool or weapon. Security officials questioned if advancing technology could enable such control, with warnings from Assam's finance minister about Beijing's potential involvement.

Akhil Gogoi states the Bangladeshi issue requires a bilateral solution rather than a 'pushback drama'. He criticizes Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for sustaining the illegal immigration issue without implementing legal mechanisms.

Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a 'ruthless' anti-drugs drive, including a state-level drugs disposal campaign. He cited improved inter-State coordination following the installation of a BJP government in West Bengal.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's participation in a Meghalaya festival has drawn criticism. A regional party stated the invitation to Sarma was inappropriate due to an ongoing unresolved border dispute between Assam and Meghalaya.

AIUDF has urged Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to stop the detention and pushback of genuine citizens to Bangladesh. The party also demands the repeal of the Uniform Civil Code and rehabilitation of families displaced during eviction drives.

Assam aims to strengthen ties with Japan in semiconductors and clean energy. The state seeks to contribute to the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership, as stated by Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Assam has included tea landholdings in its farmers' registry portal. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated the initiative will benefit small tea growers in the state.

Air India will start direct flights from Guwahati to Abu Dhabi and Dubai in the UAE on August 4, aiming to establish Guwahati as a major travel and transit hub for Southeast Asia.

The EU has lifted its restrictive travel advisory for Assam. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated the removal will boost tourism in the state.

Assam's government is providing zero-fee admission to 1.85 lakh undergraduate students. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated the fee-waiver scheme ensures seamless continuity in education.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has allocated portfolios to 12 newly inducted Ministers. He retained oversight of Home and Political, PWD, Power, Information and Public Relations departments.