Assam Launches CM’s Jibon Anuprerana Scheme for Research Scholars

The Assam government has launched the ‘CM’s Jibon Anuprerana Scheme,’ offering one-time financial aid of ₹25,000 to research scholars and ₹40,000 to Divyang scholars in public institutions.

Assam Cabinet Hikes ASHA Workers’ Honorarium to ₹4,000

The Assam Cabinet has approved a significant increase in the monthly honorarium for ASHA workers and supervisors, effective October 1, 2025. ASHA workers will now receive ₹4,000, while supervisors will get ₹10,200.

Assam Shifts to Merit-Based Job Recruitment, CM Sarma Affirms Integrity

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has reiterated the state’s commitment to a merit-based recruitment policy, moving away from influence-driven appointments to ensure fair opportunity and integrity in public sector jobs.

Assam Universities Directed to Formulate Higher Education Reform Plans

Assam Chief Secretary Ravi Kota has directed all state universities to prepare institution-specific plans with clear priorities and timelines to drive higher education reforms, aligning with NEP 2020 and national action points.

Assam to Deploy 10,000 Doctors at Rural Health Centres

The Assam government plans to deploy 10,000 doctors across its 5,000 sub-health centres, assigning two doctors to each facility to enhance rural healthcare and create jobs for MBBS graduates.