Guwahati: The Assam Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma, approved a series of major decisions during its meeting held at Lok Sewa Bhawan in Dispur on Tuesday.
The decisions cover government service rules, promotions, infrastructure development, tourism, farmer welfare, industrial investment, land settlement and flood-related investigations.
Here are the key decisions taken by the Assam Cabinet:
1. Government Employees to Face Dismissal for Contracting a Second Marriage
The Assam Cabinet approved an amendment to Rule 9 of the Assam Services (Discipline & Appeal) Rules, 1964, to introduce strict disciplinary action against government employees who contract another marriage while their existing marriage is still legally valid.
Under the new provision, government servants found guilty of contracting a marriage during the subsistence of an existing marriage will face dismissal from service.
The penalty will be imposed under Clause (vii) of Rule 7, which provides for dismissal from service, ordinarily disqualifying the individual from future government employment.
The move aims to strengthen disciplinary measures against polygamy and promote equality and women’s rights.
2. Promotion Rules Relaxed to Clear Pending Vacancies
The Cabinet approved a one-time relaxation of promotion criteria to speed up the filling of vacant government posts.
The special framework will cover the remaining unfilled vacancies of 2026 and vacancy years 2027 and 2028.
With approval from the Personnel Department, respective departments will be allowed to relax certain prescribed conditions, including Annual Confidential Reports (ACRs), qualifying service, age, experience and Annual Property Returns.
The decision is expected to clear administrative hurdles in promotions and subsequently create opportunities for large-scale fresh recruitment to entry-level posts.
3. Five Ropeway Projects Approved Under Parvatmala Pariyojana
The Assam Cabinet approved the signing of a Ropeway Development Agreement (RDA) between the state government and National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML), a wholly-owned company of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
Under the proposed ropeway development programme, five projects have been identified across Assam.
The proposed projects are:
- Kamakhya Railway Station to Kamakhya Temple: 1.43 km, Kamrup Metropolitan district.
- Khanapara to Guwahati Railway Station: 11 km, Kamrup Metropolitan district.
- Ganganagar Part-VII to Bhuban Pahar Mahadev Temple: 2.80 km, Cachar district.
- Jatinga Bird Watching Tower to Hempeupet Peak: 3.50 km, Dima Hasao district.
- Agnigarh to Bhairabi Mandir: 1.80 km, Sonitpur district.
The projects aim to improve last-mile connectivity, reduce traffic congestion in urban areas and promote tourism across the state.
4. Assam to Constitute 13 State-Level Sectoral Councils
The Cabinet approved the formation of 13 State-Level Sectoral Councils to ensure better implementation of welfare schemes under the vision of ‘Vikshit Assam’.
Each council will have one Chairperson with the protocol status of a Minister of State, one Vice-Chairperson and seven non-official members.
The 13 councils will cover the following sectors:
- Assam Rural Livelihood Council
- Assam Health & Wellness Council
- Assam Educational Entitlement Council
- Assam Social Security Council
- Assam Public Housing Council
- Assam Drinking Water Supply Council
- Assam Power Supply Council
- Assam Employment Council
- Assam Cultural Affairs & Happiness Council
- Assam Sports Council
- Assam Health & Education in Tea Garden Areas Council
- Assam Food Security and Procurement Council
- Assam Financial Assistance and DBT Council
5. Guwahati Satellite City Development Rules, 2026 Approved
The Cabinet approved the notification of the Guwahati Satellite City Development Authority (Declaration, Delineation and Planning of Satellite City Development Areas) Rules, 2026.
The rules will provide a framework for identifying, defining and planning satellite city development areas around Guwahati.
6. Mayor’s Post in Silchar Municipal Corporation to Follow Reservation Roster
The Cabinet granted ex-post facto approval for amending the Assam Municipal Corporation Election Rules, 2022, by inserting Rule 133 and a new Schedule.
The amendment will introduce a rotational reservation system for the post of Mayor in Silchar Municipal Corporation, covering Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST) and women.
7. Paddy Procurement Price Increased to Rs 2,640 per Quintal
In a major decision for farmers, the Assam Cabinet approved an additional Rs 200 per quintal for paddy procurement during the ongoing Kharif Marketing Season (KMS).
With the additional support, farmers will now receive Rs 2,640 per quintal for their paddy.
The decision aims to provide greater financial support to farmers and improve returns from paddy cultivation.
8. Special Incentives Approved for Two Major Investment Projects
The Cabinet approved customised incentives for two major investment projects under the Industrial and Investment Policy of Assam (IIPA), 2019, as amended.
The projects are:
- Progressive Innochem LLP: Proposed investment of Rs 501 crore, expected to generate direct employment for more than 200 people.
- Satyaratan Hotel: Proposed investment of Rs 160 crore, expected to generate direct employment for more than 400 people.
The incentives are aimed at encouraging large-scale investments and generating employment opportunities in Assam.
9. Cabinet Approves 154 Land-Related Proposals Across 13 Districts
The Assam Cabinet approved 154 land-related proposals across 13 districts of the state.
The districts include Kamrup Metropolitan, Kamrup, Barpeta, Bajali, Sribhumi, Hailakandi, Dhemaji, Goalpara, Sonitpur, Lakhimpur, Golaghat, Morigaon and Nalbari.
The approved proposals include:
- Settlement of land to 32 indigenous landless families.
- Conversion of 44 Annual Patta (AP) land holdings into Periodic Patta (PP).
- 52 land allotments to NGOs, societies and public trusts.
- 17 allotments to government institutions.
- Seven allotments to educational institutions.
- Two allotments for commercial purposes.
10. Defence Park to Be Developed on 6,000 Bighas Near Nellie
The Assam Cabinet approved the development of a Defence Park spread across 6,000 bighas of land near Nellie in Nagaon district.
The proposed park aims to establish a defence equipment manufacturing industry in Assam and attract investment in the defence manufacturing sector.
11. Nearly 987 Bighas of VGR Land in Dhekiajuli to Be Allotted to 2,016 Beneficiaries
The Cabinet approved the de-reservation of 987 bighas of Village Grazing Reserve (VGR) land under Dhekiajuli Revenue Circle in Sonitpur district.
The land will be settled in favour of 2,016 landless labourers or members of Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities.
As part of the decision, an equivalent area of government land will be simultaneously reserved as VGR land.
The Cabinet also directed officials to identify and protect vacant government land.
12. CBI Inquiry Recommended into July 2026 Floods in Upper Assam
The Assam Cabinet approved recommending a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the causes of the floods that affected Sivasagar and Charaideo districts in July 2026.
The proposed inquiry will look into the circumstances and causes behind the flooding in the two Upper Assam districts.
The recommendation marks one of the key decisions taken at the Cabinet meeting.
