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The Assam Cabinet has made several important decisions under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's leadership. They approved a Rs 260 crore project for establishing the 10th AP Battalion in Sonapur. Land has been allocated for a memorial to cultural icon Zubeen Garg in Hatimura. The APSC preliminary exams will now be conducted in both English and Assamese languages. Tea garden workers will receive a 20% bonus for Durga Puja celebrations.

Key Points: Assam Cabinet Approves Zubeen Garg Memorial and Bilingual APSC Exams

  • Cabinet approves Rs 260 crore for 10th AP Battalion at Sonapur
  • Land allotted for Zubeen Garg memorial in Hatimura
  • APSC preliminary exams to be bilingual in English and Assamese
  • 20% bonus approved for Assam Tea Corporation workers
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Assam Cabinet approves relocation of 10th AP Battalion, bilingual exams, Zubeen Garg memorial

Assam Cabinet approves land for Zubeen Garg memorial, bilingual APSC exams, 10th AP Battalion at Sonapur, and bonus for tea garden workers.

"Establishment of 10th AP Battalion at Sonapur, Assam (Phase-I) amounting to Rs 260 crore - Official Release"

Dispur, September 22

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday chaired a cabinet meeting at Lok Sewa Bhawan, approving key projects and welfare measures, including land allotment for late cultural icon Zubeen Garg's memorial.

According to an official release, the State Cabinet has approved the administrative approval to the work "Establishment of 10th AP Battalion at Sonapur, Assam (Phase-I)" amounting to Rs 260 crore.

The State Cabinet has approved the operation of the project, "JYOTI BISHNU PREKHYAGRIHA" - the 5000-seating capacity auditorium at Guwahati to be entrusted to the Srimanta Sankardeva Kalakshetra Society, Panjabari, Guwahati. Regular maintenance of the auditorium will continue to be looked after by the PWD (Building) Department.

The State Cabinet has also approved the enhancement of remuneration, leave entitlements, and adoption of an annual appraisal format for 65 Science and Mathematics Facilitators engaged through the Assam Science, Technology and Environment Council.

The science and mathematics facilitators are granted a monthly remuneration of Rs. 34,800.00 per month + 12.7% CPF. They will also be entitled to 5 per cent annual increment (subject to the assessment in the annual appraisal report) and also considered for entitlement of casual and maternity leave.

The incumbents are entitled to the benefits of Mukhya Mantri Lok Sevak Arogya Yojana (MMLSAY).

The State Cabinet has approved the setting up of question paper(s) of the Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination to be conducted by the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) in bilingual mode, i.e. in both English and Assamese languages with a view to achieving uniformity in both the examination and removing the language barrier for candidates, especially from rural and vernacular backgrounds.

It is to be mentioned that APSC Combined Competitive (Mains) Examination is already conducted in bilingual mode i.e. English and Assamese languages. However, the questions under the 'Comprehension' part of the General Studies Paper-II will be set only in English.

The Cabinet has decided to give a 20 per cent bonus to the tea garden workers under Assam Tea Corporation on the occasion of Shradiya Durga Puja.

A plot of land has been identified to be alloted in favour of the Cremation Ground/Memorial of cultural icon Zubeen Garg in Hatimura, Kamarkuchi NC Village under Panbari Mouza of Sonapur Revenue Circle of Kamrup (M) District. His last rites will be performed on September 23.

- ANI

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Rajesh Q
The bilingual exam decision is excellent! Many talented candidates from rural areas struggle with English-only papers. This levels the playing field and promotes our native language. Good move!
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Arjun K
260 crores for AP Battalion relocation seems excessive. While security is important, couldn't this money be better spent on healthcare or education infrastructure? Hope there's proper transparency in spending.
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Sarah B
The 20% bonus for tea garden workers during Durga Puja is a thoughtful gesture. These workers are the backbone of Assam's economy and deserve better recognition. Hope other tea companies follow this example!
Vikram M
Good to see science and math facilitators getting better remuneration. Quality education needs quality teachers. The healthcare benefits under MMLSAY are a welcome addition too 👍
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Nisha Z
The JYOTI BISHNU PREKHYAGRIHA auditorium being managed by Kalakshetra Society is perfect! Who better to handle a cultural space than our premier cultural institution? Hope it hosts more Assamese cultural events 🎭

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