GUWAHATI — As
part of the series of development programmes launched by the state government
earlier this month, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will launch a
number of beneficiary schemes and development projects in the Nagaon district
on Friday.
Taking to social media platform X, CM Sarma wrote, "I
will shortly be reaching Nagaon to dedicate various benefits to people under
the #12DaysOfDevelopment initiative. Through this initiative, we are reaching
out to almost 12 lakh people and empowering them with required
assistance."
Earlier, CM Sarma said that the state government has created
sub-districts in Assam to empower small-scale administrative units to deliver
public services.
He mentioned, "In Assam, we have implemented the Sub-districts
initiative to empower small-scale administrative units to deliver public
services and solve their grievances effectively. Together with other
interventions, our government is committed to ensuring Good governance through
our actions."
The CM further said, "Today marks the beginning of the
#GoodGovernanceWeek2024, a week to mark the people-centric initiatives of the
Govt. Commemorated to mark Atal ji's jayanti, this year we are taking the theme
of 'Prashasan Gao ki Ore' to focus on improving service delivery in rural
areas."
Notably, Chief Minister Sarma attended an insightful
presentation on the Gelephu Mindfulness City Project during his recent four-day
visit to Bhutan.
The presentation provided valuable insights into the
objectives and framework of the project. Representatives from Druk Holding and
Investments Limited highlighted their ongoing initiatives aimed at fostering
environmental sustainability alongside economic development.
It also showcased Bhutan's energy projects, focusing on
their potential to fortify the shared interests of Assam and Bhutan.
CM Sarma invited the participating dignitaries and
entrepreneurs to attend the upcoming investor summit - Advantage Assam, which
is dedicated to infrastructure and investment opportunities.
Following the presentation, he attended a lunch hosted by Dr
Lotay Tshering, Governor of the Gelephu Mindfulness City Project.