Assam Legislative Assembly is heading towards another milestone with the upcoming budget session beginning from February 17 to March 25. The session is especially significant as the current one will commence in Kokrajhar, a district in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). Choosing this spot for the opening day underscores the government’s commitment to promoting regional inclusivity and development.
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Governor’s Opening Speech
The first day will witness a keynote address by Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, whose speech will set the tone for the legislative proceedings there. This programme is expected to highlight the important government projects, development plans and broader targets of the government for the next financial year in the state.
Session Venues and Schedule
The assembly will take a one-day break after the first day in Kokrajhar. The sessions will resume on February 19 at the Assam Assembly complex at Dispur, the state capital. In general, there are 14 working days scheduled for this session, covering a wide agenda of new bills, reports and resolutions. State Finance Minister Ajanta Neog will present the state budget for the financial year 2025-26 on March 10, a moment when the state’s fiscal policy and budgetary allocations across different domains, including health, education, infrastructure, and social welfare will be set in motion. March 11 and 12 are reserved for a general discussion of the budget, during which members may express their thoughts and recommendations.
Significance of the Kokrajhar Venue
Kokrajhar, in fact, has special relevance as the venue on the opening day. It is also the first time when an assembly session is being held in the BTR, which has had its share of socio-economic challenges and has been the focus of several development initiatives. The government aims to raise the level of local engagement and participation in legislative activities by establishing the council here so that the community’s voices are heard and their needs are addressed.
Key Agenda Highlights
Various issues will be taken up during the budget session:
- Introduction of Bills: Introduction of the bills to enhance governance, improve public services, and promote economic development.
- Reports and Resolutions: The proceedings will feature discussions on various reports and resolutions pertaining to the progress and development of the state, including reports on health, education, and infrastructure.
- Budget Speech Discussion: Discussion will revolve around 2025-26 budget presented by Finance Minister Ajanta Neog. Members will have the opportunity to elaborate on their proposals to ensure the budget is balanced and fair.
Significance for Assam
The state of Assam is expecting deep impacts from this year’s budget session. It is a key opportunity for lawmakers to debate important issues and to make decisions that will have long-lasting consequences for the state. The historic inaugural day in Kokrajhar reflects the government’s seriousness towards inclusive governance and development of all regions of Assam.
Conclusion
With the budget session of the Assam Assembly beginning, however, this time in Kokrajhar, the initiative symbolizes a strong step towards state-wide development and inclusiveness. Budget presentation and a busy agenda this session could mean a pivotal time for legislative initiatives and policy formulation in Assam. The proceedings of the assembly will be keenly observed to find out how these dialogues materialize into tangible benefits for the people of Assam as discussions continue. This session goes beyond conventional legislative process; it is a demonstration of the government’s commitment to nurturing and catering to the diverse needs of its citizens, leaving no region behind in the journey towards progress and prosperity.
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