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Assam Implements War-Time Austerity and Support Measures for Military Families

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announces sweeping initiatives to aid soldiers' families, foster unity, and bolster state solidarity as tensions with Pakistan escalate.

Overview

  • The Assam government has suspended non-essential functions, including foreign tours, events, and vehicle purchases, to redirect funds toward supporting military families.
  • District-level control rooms are being established to assist soldiers' families with services like medical care, school admissions, and LPG supply.
  • A state-wide blood donation initiative is underway, with district-specific donor lists being created to meet potential needs of the armed forces.
  • Public messaging and government hoardings are now focused exclusively on patriotism and support for the Indian Army, with political celebrations being curtailed.
  • Chief Minister Sarma has urged citizens to engage with religious leaders to maintain communal harmony and to voluntarily support soldiers through blood donations and other efforts.