A day after taking oath as Chief Minister of Assam for a second consecutive term, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday began his first official programme with a visit to Nabagraha Shantisthal at Silpukhuri in Guwahati. Sarma lit ceremonial lamps and laid floral wreaths at the statue and memorial of Bharat Ratna and Assam’s first Chief Minister, Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi and paid his solemn tributes.
Speaking to the media, Sarma described Bharat Ratna Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi as the architect of modern Assam. He said Lokapriya Bordoloi dedicated his entire life to safeguarding and developing Assam.
The Chief Minister said the government is committed to the twin goals of protection and development. Referring to Lokapriya Bordoloi’s role before and after India’s Independence, Sarma said he worked tirelessly for the welfare and advancement of Assam and the Assamese people. He said the present State Government would formally begin its work from Wednesday. Before starting official responsibilities, the government visited Bordoloi’s memorial to seek his blessings and pay homage to him. The Chief Minister said the government would continue to work tirelessly to ensure security for the people of Assam and sustained development of the State. He added that the government would speak through its work and people would witness its commitment through action.
