Desk Report, January 27, 2024 – In a Republic Day declaration, Assam Governor Gulab Chand Kataria asserted on Friday that the state is unwaveringly moving forward on the path of progress and tranquility, attributing this success to two pivotal peace accords inked last year. Speaking at the Republic Day ceremony in Guwahati, he underscored the significant strides made in settling border disputes with neighboring states, citing it as a crucial milestone for Assam.
Highlighting the government’s dedication to public welfare through various schemes, Governor Kataria emphasized the inseparable link between peace and development. He specifically commended the successful peace agreements with ULFA in December and the Dimasa community in April, effectively quelling longstanding conflicts.
Addressing border issues with neighboring states remained a top priority, with Assam and Arunachal Pradesh signing an agreement in the past year, resolving disputes in multiple areas. Ongoing discussions for regional committees to address differences with Mizoram were also noted by the governor.
Governor Kataria applauded the Assam Police for their role in maintaining law and order, particularly in dismantling fundamentalist groups like the Popular Front of India. He highlighted the banning of the organization, along with the arrest of its leaders and those of the Students’ Front of India. Several Bangladesh-based fundamentalist organizations were also reportedly dismantled in the state.
The governor acknowledged the intensified crackdown on child marriages initiated the previous year, expressing the government’s goal to eradicate this issue entirely by 2026. He emphasized the government’s zero-tolerance stance against corruption, leading to actions taken against multiple officials.
In addition to these developments, Governor Kataria outlined various government initiatives across sectors such as health, education, employment generation, citizen services, sports, and the environment. Concluding his address, he affirmed the government’s commitment to achieving equitable development and sustained peace in the state, urging the cooperation of the people in these endeavors.
