CM Sarma Announces UCC Push in Assam Assembly May 25

In a decisive move post his re-election, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma declared that the state assembly will see the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) bill on May 25, during the session starting May 21. This announcement came straight from the first cabinet huddle of his second term, held in Guwahati's Koinadhara. 'Our BJP manifesto promised UCC for Assam, and we're acting on it swiftly,' Sarma told reporters. The cabinet greenlit the bill's tabling, with exemptions carved out for tribal populations to safeguard indigenous customs. This fulfills a major electoral pledge, setting the tone for the government's priorities. Sarma stressed that all policies will orbit the BJP's sankalp patra, dictating everything from development thrusts to law enforcement enhancements. Infrastructure growth and welfare programs remain cornerstones of the agenda. Turning to regional dynamics, the CM spotlighted eastern Bengal's pivotal role in national politics. 'Development here will symbolize progress. No more dodging responsibility over border issues or political differences—India demands results, and our double-engine setup will accelerate growth,' he remarked confidently. Evoking ancient glories of 'Ang BONG Kaling' and Kamrup, Sarma portrayed them as pillars of India's past strength. Now, with PM Modi's vision, these regions—Odisha, Bengal, Bihar, Assam, and the Northeast—stand poised to boost the national economy. 'Assam lives the Modi model; it's our guiding light,' he affirmed. Ministers Rameswar Teli, Atul Bora, Ajanta Neog, and Charan Bodo joined the discussions on governance blueprints and legislative roadmaps. Following Uttarakhand's precedent, Assam's UCC initiative could spark a nationwide conversation on uniform civil laws, promoting equity in a multicultural fabric. This bold stride not only honors voter mandates but also positions Assam as a frontrunner in legal reforms, promising a future where justice is blind to community divides.