Government Policy

Assam’s First Hospitality Training for Differently-Abled Youth Concludes

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Thirty-eight differently-abled youth in Guwahati have successfully completed Assam’s first hospitality skills training programme, a joint initiative by Shishu Sarothi and Assam Skill University. The six-month course aims to promote inclusive employment in the state.

Assam Passes Landmark Bills for MSME Facilitation, Ease of Doing Business

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The Assam Assembly has approved two key bills to simplify business regulations for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), introducing single-window clearance and a three-year exemption from prior approvals for non-polluting units. The reforms aim to boost entrepreneurship and job creation in the state.

Assam Cabinet Approves Medical Seat Reservation for Indigenous Communities

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The Assam Cabinet has approved a new policy to reserve seats at Pragjyotish Medical College for students from the Moran, Motok, Tai Ahom, and Koch Rajbongshi communities, aiming to boost their representation in medical education. The decision also includes new provisions for orphaned students and relaxed eligibility for Assamese students educated outside the state.

Assam Enforces Two-Child Norm for Government Jobs, Elections

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The Assam government has amended its Population and Women Empowerment Policy, making the two-child norm mandatory for most government jobs, self-help groups, and electoral participation, with exceptions for certain communities.