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Assam Advocate General Devajit Saikia Resigns After Government Tenure Ends

Assam Advocate General Devajit Saikia has resigned following the completion of the state government's term. He announced his resignation on Thursday, stating it was in keeping with constitutional tradition. Saikia served as the top law officer for nearly five years and also holds the position of BCCI secretary. The resignation comes ahead of the swearing-in of the new Assam government on May 12.

Key Points: Assam Advocate General Devajit Saikia Resigns

  • Resignation follows end of Assam government's tenure
  • Saikia served as Advocate General for nearly five years
  • He also holds the position of BCCI secretary
  • New Advocate General expected after new Council of Ministers
  • Swearing-in of new government scheduled for May 12
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Assam Advocate General Devajit Saikia resigns following end of govt tenure

Assam Advocate General Devajit Saikia resigns after nearly five years, following the end of the state government's term. He also serves as BCCI secretary.

"Keeping and upholding the high tradition and constitutional practice, I have tendered my resignation yesterday - Devajit Saikia"

Guwahati, May 7

Senior Advocate General Devajit Saikia on Thursday announced his resignation from the post of Advocate General of Assam following the completion of the tenure of the present state government.

In a statement posted on X, Saikia said he had tendered his resignation on Wednesday in keeping with constitutional tradition and established practice after the end of the current government's term under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

"Keeping and upholding the high tradition and constitutional practice, I have tendered my resignation yesterday from the Office of the Advocate General, Assam, upon completion of my tenure of nearly five years and consequent to the end of the present Government's term," Saikia stated.

He described his tenure as Advocate General as a matter of "immense honour and privilege" and expressed gratitude to the state leadership and legal fraternity for their support and cooperation during his term in office.

Saikia thanked the Chief Minister, members of the Council of Ministers, government officials, fellow lawyers and all those associated with the administration and judiciary for the trust reposed in him during the past several years.

"It has been a matter of immense honour and privilege to serve the State of Assam in the constitutional office of Advocate General," he said in the statement.

Devajit Saikia had served as the top law officer of the Assam government for nearly five years and represented the state in several important legal and constitutional matters before various courts.

Apart from his legal responsibilities in Assam, Saikia also holds the position of secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and has been associated with Indian cricket administration for several years.

His resignation comes ahead of the swearing-in of the new BJP-led NDA government in Assam, scheduled to take place on May 12 in Guwahati.

Sources indicated that a new Advocate General is expected to be appointed after the formation of the new Council of Ministers in the state.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Interesting how he's resigning now, just before the new government is sworn in. It's the right thing to do - uphold the convention. But I hope the new Advocate General is equally competent, especially with some tricky legal cases pending for Assam. 🤔
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James A
It's nice to see a government official resign gracefully after a term ends, instead of clinging to power. This is how democracy should work. Saikia's dual role in BCCI is also fascinating - law and cricket, quite a combination! 🏏
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Nisha Z
Nobody is talking about the bigger picture here - this is a routine administrative change. But Assam's legal team needs stability, especially with the border issues and constitutional matters. Let's hope the transition is smooth and the new AG picks up where Saikia left off. 😊
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David E
Having someone from Assam represent India in BCCI is a good thing - it shows talent from the Northeast is finally getting recognition at the national level. His legal work for the state appears to have been solid, too. Good luck to him!
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Priya S
While I respect the tradition of resigning, I do wonder if this sets back some important ongoing cases. The new AG will need to get up to speed quickly. Still, Saikia's decade-long service deserves appreciation. Shubh kamnayein! ✨
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