Assam Governor unfurls the National Flag on the occasion of 77th Republic Day
Guwahati, Rongili Barta: On the occasion of the 77th Republic Day of the nation, Assam Governor Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya, unfurled the National Tricolour at the Central programme held at Khanapara here on Monday.
Addressing the State on the occasion, Governor Shri Acharya extended warm greetings to the people of Assam on the auspicious occasion of Republic Day. He said that as the nation celebrates this cherished day, it is a moment to recall with deep reverence the supreme sacrifices made by the freedom fighters whose courage and resolve paved the way for an independent and democratic India. The Governor also paid rich tributes to Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi and other freedom fighters from the state who made supreme sacrifices to free the country from British colonialism.
He also on the occasion hailed the valour, discipline, and unwavering dedication of the Armed Forces and security personnel, who continue to safeguard the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of the nation. He said, “As we celebrate the spirit of the Republic, let us honour the sacrifices of those who paved the way for our freedom. Let us also pledge to contribute to the collective progress of Assam, ensuring peace, harmony, and sustainable development. Together, with determination and unity, we will build a brighter and more prosperous future for our state and nation”. The Governor on the occasion also paid his reverence to Maa Kamakhya, Srimanta Sankardeva and legends like Lachit Barphukan, Kanaklata Baruah, Kalaguru Bishnu Prasad Rabha, Jyoti Prasad Agarwala, Dr. Bhupen Hazarika etc.
The Governor said that Assam stands as a beacon of growth and resilience, propelled by sustained efforts across diverse sectors. The successful resolution of long-standing conflicts, infrastructural advancements, and targeted social welfare programs is transforming lives, reinforcing the vision for a prosperous Assam. The state’s economic trajectory, marked by innovative policies and robust fiscal management, reflects the government’s dedication to fostering entrepreneurship, empowering youth, and uplifting marginalised communities.
Shri Acharya said that Assam’s achievements in education, healthcare, and skill development demonstrate the government’s resolve to create a knowledge based, healthy, and skilled society. Similarly, the government’s efforts in environmental sustainability and disaster management underscore the state’s responsibility towards future generations. The Governor on the occasion congratulated the Padma Awardees namely Haricharan Saikia, Jogesh Deuri, Late Kabindra Purkayastha, Nuruddin Ahmed, and Smt. Pokhila Lekthepi and their family members on being conferred with the prestigious Padmashri Award.
The Governor moreover said that over the past five years, the government has pursued a path of responsible fiscal management, sustained public investment, and inclusive development. These efforts have contributed to a strong expansion of the State economy. At constant prices, Assam’s Gross State Domestic Product has grown by about 45 per cent between FY 2019–20 and FY 2024–25, exceeding the national average during the same period. He also said that Assam is one of the first states to integrate Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) into its development plans, launching the Assam Agenda 2030. The state has steadily improved its performance, moving from “Aspirant” to “Front Runner” in the SDG India Index. Assam has achieved its target for Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), with the highest score of 100 in the country.
On the law and order front, Assam has emerged as a national front-runner in the implementation of Naveen Nyaya Sanhita—Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA). As per assessments by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Assam ranked 1st among all States on the implementation of the new criminal laws.
Expressing the government’s commitment to free the state from illegal migrants, the Governor said that since inception up to 31st October 2025, Assam has referred 4,34,922 cases of suspected nationality to the Foreigners’ Tribunals, of which 3,56,714 cases have been disposed of, resulting in 1,69,812 persons being declared illegal foreigners from the specified territory—reflecting the State’s sustained commitment to due process and the rule of law. A total of 467 illegal foreigners (457 convicted foreigners and 10 declared foreigners) have been repatriated to their country of origin through the process of deportation. As of date, the operationalisation of 14 Border Outposts and 14 Patrol Posts along the Indo-Bangladesh border in Cachar, Sribhumi, Dhubri and South Salmara, working in close coordination with the BSF and local Police, strengthens Assam’s second line of defence against illegal infiltration and trans-border crimes.
Governor Shri Acharya speaking on government’s efforts in bringing about total reformation on land related matters said that Mission Basundhara 3.0 is addressing long-standing and complex land issues, including digital settlement for institutions and occupancy tenants, settlement of Bhoodan/Gramdan lands, NC-to-cadastral conversion, and reclassification services. These reforms are supported by large-scale digitisation, automated workflows, drone-based surveys, geospatial integration, and real-time dashboards.
Speaking on the revolution brought about in the health sector the Governor said that Assam has witnessed unprecedented expansion and modernisation of medical education and healthcare infrastructure, with the Medical Education and Research Department achieving transformational growth in teaching capacity, super-speciality care, and advanced medical technologies. The number of Government Medical Colleges in the State has now doubled from seven to fourteen, with annual MBBS seats increasing from 1,000 to 1,875, thereby enabling 875 additional medical graduates to join the healthcare system every year. Pragjyotishpur Medical College received the Letter of Permission for 100 MBBS seats from the academic session 2025-26, while Tinsukia Medical College became operational in March 2024, helping bridge regional gaps in tertiary care availability. Foundation stones have been laid for Sribhumi and Sivasagar Medical Colleges.
Moreover, in collaboration with the National AYUSH Mission, Assam has made remarkable progress in strengthening the state’s integrative healthcare ecosystem through a series of transformative initiatives. 500 Sub-Centres upgraded to Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AYUSH), benefiting nearly 50 lakh citizens.50-bedded Ayurvedic Hospitals have been successfully established at Dudhnoi and Majuli. Construction of 50-bedded Ayush Hospitals at Kokrajhar, Baksa, Morigaon and Kaliabor is going on. Major strides towards reduction in MMR and IMR of Assam have been achieved by the State in recent years. Recent publications of the Sample Registration System (SRS) have reflected great achievement in the reduction of MMR and IMR in the State. A total of 1.76 lakhs pregnant women benefited under the Wage Compensation Scheme for Pregnant Women of Tea Gardens, and Rs 171.51 crore have been disbursed to the beneficiaries’ bank accounts since inception.
The Governor said that Assam has been playing an important role in the expansion and quality development of the education sector through the schools, universities and colleges. Since the implementation of the National Education Policy, 2020, various initiatives, schemes, and programmes have been undertaken with an aim to improve learning outcomes, reduce drop-out rates and ensure lifelong learning opportunities. A historic milestone was achieved with the foundation stone laying of Swahid Kanaklata Barua State University at Gohpur in Biswanath district. This University will be India’s first Technical and Vocational Education and Training (T-VET) University, envisioned to deliver world-class vocational, technical education, training, and research.
The Governor said that Assam is committed to cooperative federalism, fiscal discipline, and people-centric governance. The State has effectively leveraged multiple financing instruments to strengthen infrastructure across rural and urban areas. The Orunodoi 3.0, launched on 7th October,25 now covers nearly 38 lakh beneficiaries, with Aadhaar-based systems ensuring transparency and targeted delivery. Shri Acharya also said that Rural development remains at the core of our government’s agenda, with initiatives aimed at transforming the lives of our people and ensuring sustainable growth across the state. In FY 2025-26, Assam received a target of approx. 3.5 Lakhs houses. An initiative to train women beneficiaries, Lakhimi Mistri, was launched under PMAY-G.
The Lakhpati Baideu initiative has emerged as a defining symbol of women-led economic empowerment in Assam, with more than 8.82 lakh rural women achieving annual incomes of over one lakh rupees through diversified livelihood activities. To further accelerate this momentum, State government launched the flagship Mukhya Mantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyaan (MMUA) on 1st April 2025, providing a structured financial ladder for rural women entrepreneurs.
Government of Assam hosted the Advantage Assam 2.0 – Investment and Infrastructure Summit on 25th and 26th February 2025 in Guwahati with electronics and semiconductors, railways, civil aviation, renewables, hydrocarbons, aerospace & defence, forestry & bamboo and fragrance & flavour industry as focus sectors.
Shri Acharya said that State government has also been working constantly, especially to protect and conserve forests, wild animals and biodiversity of the State of Assam. He said that In a pioneering conservation initiative, scientifically designed artificial canopy bridges and safety net systems have been recently constructed at five strategic locations across the railway track passing through the Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary in Jorhat, Assam, and across the National Highway in Aie Valley Division, Bongaigaon.
The Governor on the occasion appealed to all to move forward with unity, purpose, and pride in the shared heritage, dedicating everybody to creating an Assam that stands as a shining example of peace, progress, and resilience. He on the occasion also sought everybody’s cooperation in making Assam one of the front ranking states of the nation.