07/06/2026
| In a move aimed at strengthening administrative coordination and accelerating development across the state, Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday announced the allocation of “Guardian Districts” to members of his Council of Ministers.
Making the announcement through his official social media handle, the Chief Minister said the initiative is intended to ensure closer coordination between ministers and district administrations to further expedite Assam’s journey towards growth and prosperity.
As per the allocations, Power Minister Prasanta Phukan has been entrusted with Tinsukia and Jorhat, while Health Minister Ashok Singhal will oversee Darrang and Dhubri. Cabinet Minister Ajanta Neog has been assigned Morigaon and Kamrup, and Agriculture Minister Atul Bora will act as Guardian Minister for Kamrup (Metro) and Dhemaji.
Notably, Minister Susanta Borgohain has been designated as the Guardian Minister for Majuli and Dibrugarh, two districts that hold significant strategic and economic importance in Upper Assam. Meanwhile, Dr. Ranoj Pegu has been assigned Biswanath and Golaghat, and Pijush Hazarika will oversee Nagaon, Hojai, Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong.
The Chief Minister expressed confidence that the ministers would work in close coordination with district administrations and local stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of government schemes and promote balanced development.
The Guardian Minister system is expected to provide focused oversight and facilitate quicker resolution of district-specific issues, thereby enhancing governance and ensuring that developmental priorities are addressed more efficiently across Assam.
