ASSAM CABINET PORTFOLIOS ANNOUNCED: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Allocates Key Ministries

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Jun 8, 2026 - 17:35

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ASSAM CABINET PORTFOLIOS ANNOUNCED: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Allocates Key Ministries

GUWAHATI — In a major political development for the state, Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma has officially announced the allocation of portfolios among the members of the Council of Ministers, following the formal approval of the Honorable Governor of Assam.

The complete distribution blueprint, which was shared publicly via the Chief Minister’s official social media channel (as documented in the attached records and, reveals a strategic division of responsibilities aimed at accelerating infrastructure, welfare, and digital transformation across the state.

CM Sarma Retains Vital Portfolios

Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma continues to hold the reins of the state's most critical administrative departments. According to 1001850411.jpg, his extensive portfolio includes:

Home & Political
PWD (Buildings & National Highways) as well as PWD (Roads)
Power
Information, Public Relations, Printing & Stationery
Any other Department not explicitly allotted to another Minister.

Key Cabinet Allocations at a Glance

The newly structured Council of Ministers features a mix of seasoned leaders managing pivotal portfolios to streamline governance:

Minister	Portfolios Allotted
Shri Ashwini Ray Sarkar	Social Justice & Empowerment, Soil Conservation, Welfare of Minorities & Development
Shri Ashok Singhal	Health & Family Welfare, Medical Education & Research
Shri Bimal Borah	Cultural Affairs, Industries, Commerce & Public Enterprises, Act East Policy Affairs
Shri Biswajit Daimary	Handloom, Textiles & Sericulture, Sports & Youth Welfare, Skill, Employment & Entrepreneurship, Indigenous & Tribal Faith & Culture
Shri Jayanta Mallabaruah	Finance, Environment & Forest, Mines & Minerals
Shri Kaushik Rai	Food, Public Distribution & Consumer Affairs, Housing & Urban Affairs, Cooperation
Shri Keshab Mahanta	Revenue & Disaster Management, Science, Technology & Climate Change, General Administration
Shri Krishnendu Paul	Public Health Engineering, Hill Areas, Barak Valley Development
Smt. Nilima Devi	Animal Husbandry & Veterinary, Fishery
Shri Pijush Hazarika	Agriculture, Irrigation, Parliamentary Affairs
Dr. Ranoj Pegu	School Education, Higher Education, Tribal Affairs (Plain), Information Technology
Shri Susanta Borgohain	Water Resources, Judicial

A Shared Vision for Progress

Following the release of the list, the Chief Minister extended his warmest wishes to his cabinet colleagues, expressing deep confidence in the team's collective capabilities.

"I am confident that, working together with dedication and commitment, we will continue to serve the people of Assam and further accelerate the journey of progress and prosperity of our State," CM Sarma stated

With core focus areas like Education, Finance, Health, and Infrastructure distributed among key legislators, citizens are looking forward to how this newly assigned council will execute the state's upcoming development agendas.