The Assam Cabinet has decided to restrict the issuance of Aadhaar cards for individuals above 18 years of age, while allowing ST, SC, and Tea Garden communities to receive them until March 2027, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Saturday.
During a State Cabinet briefing, CM Sarma stated, 'The Assam cabinet has decided not to provide Aadhar cards to any person above 18 years... ST, SC, Tea Garden people will get an Aadhar card till March 2027.'
The Chief Minister also discussed a major urban development initiative, approving a Guwahati Satellite City under the Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) area.
Additionally, CM Sarma emphasized the importance of geographic equity during NITI Aayog's interaction with Chief Ministers and Chief Secretaries of the North Eastern states, advocating for a new development framework centered on this principle.
He highlighted the significant progress made in the North East under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, including improvements in connectivity, infrastructure development, peace initiatives, and the implementation of the Act East Policy.
According to the Chief Minister, these efforts have created a strong foundation for economic expansion and greater integration of the North East with the rest of the country.
Assam is witnessing rising investor confidence and increasing investments across multiple sectors, including manufacturing, logistics, renewable energy, and technology, CM Sarma noted.
