Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma Fulfills Promise of 1 Lakh Government Jobs
Guwahati (Assam) [India], September 2: The Assam Government has reached a significant milestone in the state’s employment sector by fulfilling its 2021 election promise of providing 1 lakh government jobs. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced this achievement on Monday after handing over 23,956 appointment letters to new recruits, bringing the total number of government jobs created since 2021 to 1,24,345.
Taking to his social media handle on X, CM Sarma stated, “Assam has achieved another milestone. In 2021, we came to power promising 1 lakh government jobs. Today, with the handover of 23,956 appointment letters, Assam has offered 1,24,345 jobs till date. With this, we have fulfilled a longstanding demand of our teachers.”
He added, “By May 2025, we will create 50,000 more jobs, taking the total jobs to 2 lakhs. Each of these jobs has been delivered without a single instance of corruption.”
The ceremonial distribution of permanent teacher appointment letters to 23,956 contractual teachers under Samagra Shiksha was held at Khanapara Veterinary College Field in Guwahati. Earlier, Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu posted on X, “Promise fulfilled! The teachers will be posted in the schools where they were previously serving as SSA/Statepool contractual teachers. Candidates on the ‘withheld’ list are advised to contact the Director of Elementary Education with their documents.”
He further mentioned, “Following the High Court’s order in WA 291/2024 on 30th August 2024, which lifted the stay on the advertisement dated 5th August 2024, for the Special Recruitment Drive for experienced SSA and State Pool contractual teachers, the Assam government is proceeding with the selection process. A total of 27,790 candidates have applied, and the Education Department has completed the verification and selection process.”
During the 2021 assembly polls in the state, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had promised to give one lakh government jobs in the state. According to the government data, till August 26 this year, appointment letters were distributed to 1,00,389 candidates (including Government of Assam employees employed in Bodoland Territorial Council and Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council).
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Assam -: Assam is a state in the northeastern part of India. It is known for its tea plantations, wildlife, and the Brahmaputra River.
Chief Minister -: A Chief Minister is the head of the government in an Indian state. They are like the captain of a team, making important decisions for the state.
Himanta Biswa Sarma -: Himanta Biswa Sarma is the current Chief Minister of Assam. He is a politician who helps run the state government.
Government Jobs -: Government jobs are positions where people work for the government, like teachers, police officers, and doctors in public hospitals.
Election Promise -: An election promise is a commitment made by politicians to do something if they are elected. It’s like a promise to the people who vote for them.
Appointment Letters -: Appointment letters are official documents given to people when they get a new job. It tells them they have been hired and what their job will be.
Khanapara Veterinary College Field -: Khanapara Veterinary College Field is a large open area in Guwahati, Assam, where events and ceremonies are held.
Guwahati -: Guwahati is the largest city in Assam and is known as the gateway to northeastern India. It is a major cultural and commercial center.
Contractual Teachers -: Contractual teachers are teachers who work on a contract basis, meaning they are hired for a specific period of time rather than permanently.
