Assam Launches ‘Lakhimi Mistri’ to Empower Rural Women as Masons

The Assam government has launched the ‘Lakhimi Mistri’ programme, a pioneering initiative to train rural women as masons, challenging gender stereotypes and boosting local development. The scheme provides structured training, certification, and job opportunities in construction.

Assam Madrasa Conversion Sparks Concerns Over Minority Representation

Assam’s policy to convert madrasas into regular schools is raising concerns that new recruitment rules may lead to a decline in the cultural representation of minority communities within the education system.

Guwahati NCSC Concludes Applications for SC/ST Skill Training 2026-27

The National Career Service Centre (NCSC) for SC/ST, Guwahati, recently closed applications for its free and stipendiary skill development programmes for the 2026-27 session, aimed at empowering marginalized youth in Assam.

Assam CM Reviews L&T, Bharti Projects for Job Creation, Connectivity

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met with leaders from L&T and Bharti Enterprises to review ongoing projects and discuss future investments, focusing on infrastructure, digital connectivity, and private sector employment.

Assam Amends Population Policy: Two-Child Norm for Govt Jobs, Exceptions Notified

The Assam government has notified amendments to its Population and Women Empowerment Policy, making a two-child norm mandatory for government job eligibility and disallowing individuals marrying below legal age from state employment or welfare schemes, with specific relaxations for certain communities.

Assam Cabinet Clears Uniform Civil Code Draft, Bill Tabled in Assembly

The Assam Cabinet has approved a draft Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, fulfilling a key manifesto promise, with provisions for marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships, while exempting tribal communities.