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Himanta Biswa Sarma: No Prior Intimation on Assam Council of Ministers Yet

Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that no prior intimation on the composition of the new Assam Council of Ministers has been given. The final names will be announced only on Tuesday morning, hours before the swearing-in ceremony. The allocation of ministerial berths will be decided after approval from the BJP's central leadership. Speculation suggests a small group may take oath initially, with the rest inducted later.

Key Points: Assam Cabinet: No Prior Intimation, Says Himanta Sarma

  • No prior intimation on Assam Council of Ministers
  • Final names to be announced Tuesday morning
  • Approval from BJP central leadership awaited
  • Small group may take oath initially, rest after 7-10 days
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No prior intimation on Assam Council of Ministers yet: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma says no prior intimation on Assam Council of Ministers; final names to be announced Tuesday morning.

"The names of the ministers will be informed only on Tuesday morning. No one has been officially informed yet. - Himanta Biswa Sarma"

Guwahati, May 11

Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday said that the composition of the new Assam Council of Ministers would be finalised only on Tuesday morning, hours before the swearing-in ceremony of the BJP-led NDA government in the state.

Speaking to reporters in Guwahati, Sarma said no prior intimation would be given to BJP leaders or alliance partners regarding who would be inducted into the new ministry.

"The names of the ministers will be informed only on Tuesday morning. No one has been officially informed yet," Sarma said.

He added that the allocation of ministerial berths would be decided only after receiving approval from the BJP's central leadership.

According to party sources, BJP national president Nitin Nabin has already arrived in Guwahati and is holding discussions with Sarma and senior party leaders regarding the formation of the new government.

Speculation has been rife in political circles that only a small group of ministers may take oath along with Sarma on Tuesday, while the remaining members of the Council of Ministers could be inducted after seven to ten days.

However, Sarma refrained from confirming the reports and maintained that the final decision would be communicated on Tuesday morning.

The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled to be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday at the Veterinary College Playground in Khanapara area of Guwahati.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, former BJP president J.P. Nadda and several Union ministers and Chief Ministers from NDA-ruled states are expected to attend the event.

Sarma is set to take oath as Chief Minister for a second consecutive term after leading the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) to a sweeping victory in the recently concluded Assam Assembly elections.

The NDA secured 102 seats in the 126-member Assembly, with the BJP alone winning 82 seats.

Alliance partners Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and Bodoland People's Front (BPF) won 10 seats each.

The Congress-led opposition alliance managed only 19 seats, while Raijor Dal and the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) secured two seats each.

The Trinamool Congress won one seat, while the Assam Jatiya Parishad failed to open its account.

- IANS

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Arun Y
Honestly, this is quite smart. By not revealing names beforehand, Sarma avoids unnecessary lobbying and media speculation. But the real test will be in the performance—hoping the new council delivers on development, especially in rural areas.
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Kavya N
Yaar, I'm just glad the elections are over and there's stability. 😊 Assam needs focus on education and infrastructure right now. Let's see if this new team can manage that.
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Niharika T
Very interesting move from Himanta ji. Keeping everyone guessing till the last minute. But I hope the opposition also learns from this and comes clean about their own leadership strategy. Still, the people of Assam have spoken clearly—development over chaos.
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Sumit B
What's the big deal? It's standard procedure—keeps the focus on governance rather than individual ambitions. I'd be more concerned about whether the new ministers actually have experience in handling Assam's complex issues. But okay, let's give them a chance.
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Ananya R
Really curious about who'll get which portfolio! 😄 But seriously, looking forward to seeing if they prioritize flood management and jobs for youth. That's what matters most for Assam right now.

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