Independence Day celebrations in Assam have been peaceful and no reports of militant outfits, primarily the ULFA(I), carrying out subversive activities coming in from any place. Despite the boycott call given by a conglomerate of rebel outfits, including the anti-talks ULFA faction, people turned out in parade grounds in large numbers to celebrate the national festival.
Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal unfurled the tricolor at the central function at the Veterinary College playground at Khanapara in Guwahati and took the salute of an impressive march past. In his address to the people, Chief Minister Sonowal paid tributes to the brave and courageous freedom fighters for securing the country’s independence from British Rule.
#72ndIndependenceDay | #Assam CM @sarbanandsonwal hoists #Tricolour at central #IndependenceDay function at the Veterinary College playground at Khanapara, #Guwahati, begins his address to people by recalling the bravery and valour of our freedom fighters.#IndependenceDayIndia
— NEWS LIVE (@NewsLiveGhy) August 15, 2018
He also highlighted the achievements of the State Government and reiterated Dispur’s resolve in launching a crackdown on corruption besides saying that the government is committed to fastening the pace of development and making Assam one of the top ranking States of the country.
Inspired by the ideals of PM Shri @narendramodi’s #SabkaSaathSabkaVikas, we have ensured that development reaches all corners of the State and all sections of the society. Be it those living in the hills, plains or the valleys of Barak and Brahmaputra: CM pic.twitter.com/Vg1B2M6TYk
— Chief Minister Assam (@CMOfficeAssam) August 15, 2018
With support of the people, we are fighting a war to root out corruption from the system. Our zero tolerance towards corruption has seen strong action being taken. As a notable success, we have arrested 52 senior officials recruited by the APSC including its Chairman & Member: CM
— Chief Minister Assam (@CMOfficeAssam) August 15, 2018
Stressing the Government’s initiatives in empowering women, Chief Minister Sonowal claimed several pro-women schemes, including the Kanaklata Mahila Sabalikaran Achoni under which a revolving fund of Rs 25,000 have been provided to 1,26,000 self-help groups (SHGs), have been taken up by the government.
To take women led development further, we have started the Kanaklata Mahila Sabalikaran Achoni, under which revolving fund of INR 25,000 have been provided to 1,26,000 SHGs: CM
— Chief Minister Assam (@CMOfficeAssam) August 15, 2018
To intensify women security, our Govt has started 181-Sakhi toll free women helpline. On our request, Hon'ble Gauhati High Court has set up fast track courts for crime against women. The judiciary has already handed out exemplary punishment to killer of teacher Arnamai Bora: CM
— Chief Minister Assam (@CMOfficeAssam) August 15, 2018
Finance, Health and PWD minister Himanta Biswa Sarma unfurled the national flag in Golaghat and addressed the people. He assured the people of the government’s commitment in working for the overall development of the State and the people. He also felicitated freedom fighters and distributed awards among people excelling in their respective fields.
The magnificence of the #Tricolour Flag 🇮🇳 fills our hearts with immense pride & joy.
Hoisted the flag at an august ceremony at Golaghat, Assam on #IndependenceDay2018.#IndependenceDayIndia pic.twitter.com/wyXlDN4mvm
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) August 15, 2018
At the #IndependenceDay2018 celebrations at Golaghat, Assam I had the great privilege to felicitate Freedom Fighters and hand over awards to those who have done incredible work in different spheres of life. Greetings & best wishes.#IndependenceDayIndia @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/FphDSQL6CD
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) August 15, 2018
Independence Day functions were also held in other places across Assam with people in large numbers coming out and taking part in the national festival.
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