CM Dr. Sarma holds two separate meetings with Moran and Matak organisations
CM assures priority attention to community concerns
Government committed to protecting cultural heritage and advancing the socio-economic and educational aspirations of both communities: CM
Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma observed that Assam’s journey towards inclusive development is rooted in the belief that every community must have the opportunity to progress while preserving its distinct identity, heritage and traditions. To give fresh impetus to this commitment, Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma today held two separate meetings with representatives of the Moran and Matak communities at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat in Dibrugarh to discuss their key concerns, aspirations and demands.
During the meetings, the Chief Minister interacted with representatives of six Moran organisations and five Matak organisations, deliberating on a range of issues concerning the communities’ social, educational, cultural and economic advancement. The discussions covered demands for Scheduled Tribe status, elections to the respective community councils, educational opportunities, medical seats, sports development and other matters relating to their overall welfare. The observance of Raghav Moran Divas and Sarbananda Singha Divas also featured in the discussions as the Chief Minister said that adequate steps are being taken to observe both the days in befitting manner.
Chief Minister Dr. Sarma during the meeting reiterated that the State Government remains committed to safeguarding the interests of both communities and ensuring that their aspirations would receive due consideration. Stressing on the importance of sustained interaction with community representatives, the Chief Minister assured them that the government would continue to work closely with the Moran and Matak organisations and take appropriate steps to address their concerns on priority.
He also underscored the importance of preserving the rich heritage of the two communities while creating greater opportunities for their socio-economic advancement, educational progress and participation in the State’s development journey.
Minister Bimal Bora, MLAs Bolin Chetia, Taranga Gogoi, Binod Hazarika, Sanjay Kishan and Pulak Gohain, Chairman of Assam Tourism Development Corporation Rituparna Baruah, and representatives of the concerned organisations were present at the meetings.
