The Assam government has launched “Mission 2 Lakh Govt Jobs” to create 200,000 government jobs over the next five years, with a high-level task force operationalised to prepare a detailed roadmap.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to providing two lakh government jobs and outlined a five-year vision for entrepreneurship and women-led economic growth.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the state Cabinet expansion is likely to take place only after June 3, 2026, due to Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya’s official engagements.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on May 14, 2026, that over 60% of Advantage Assam 2.0 investment proposals are in advanced stages, with some already operational, aiming to boost industrial growth and employment.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced new policies for teacher and Grade IV appointments by 2026, post-Assembly elections, with a focus on prioritising local residents for Grade IV positions.
The BJP-led NDA has won the 2026 Assam Legislative Assembly elections, securing a third consecutive term with 102 seats. Results were declared on May 4, 2026, confirming the party’s continued dominance.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on May 23, 2026, to strategize on boosting investment, infrastructure, and employment, particularly in semiconductor and green energy sectors.
The Higher Education Department, Government of Assam, has prohibited all provincialised and government colleges from engaging contractual teaching and non-teaching staff against unsanctioned posts, effective April 25, 2026.
Himanta Biswa Sarma sworn in as Assam CM for second term on May 12, 2026, with four cabinet ministers taking oath in the new BJP-led NDA government.
The Government of Assam has launched the SAMARTH Admission Portal for online college admissions to FYUGP and FYIMP in 2026. Apply for Assam Higher Education.