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SUBANSIRI LOWER HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT (SLHEP)

India’s second-largest hydroelectric project, SLHEP (2000 MW), is nearing partial commissioning. Three units (750 MW) to be commissioned by May 2025, full completion by March 2026. Location: Gerukamukh, along the Assam–Arunachal Pradesh border. Project Timeline and Challenges Construction began: January

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SARTHEBARI BELL METAL INDUSTRY

Location & Significance Sarthebari, in Barpeta district, is Assam’s only hub for handmade bell metal items. Bell metal: an alloy of copper and tin, used traditionally for utensils and instruments. The industry is deeply tied to Assamese culture, tradition, and

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DEVELOPMENTS IN THE NORTH EASTERN REGION

Developments in the North Eastern Region (2024-25) Projects Sanctioned by the Centre: Total Projects: 74 projects sanctioned under various schemes of the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER). Financial Allocation: Rs 2806.82 crore allocated till February 28, 2024,

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REVITALISING ASSAM’S RURAL ECONOMY

The economy has evolved from nature-based traditional systems to modern human-centric mechanisms. Despite advancements, the core human aspiration for a healthy and long life remains unchanged. Economic activities, particularly occupations and lifestyles, directly influence the environment and quality of life.

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HEALTH CHALLENGES IN ASSAM

Key Concern: Low Life Expectancy in Assam Life expectancy in Assam: 66 years — lowest among Northeastern states. National average: ~69 years; neighbouring Nagaland: 75+ years. Lag in health outcomes despite ongoing efforts to improve maternal and infant mortality rates.

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ASSAM CABINET DECISIONS

Assam Cabinet has recently taken significant decisions. Key decisions of Assam Cabinet Boosting income of Annadatas – Cabinet has approved implementation of Additional Support Price (Top Up) over and above MSP for paddy and mustard, w.e.f 1 April 2025-31 March

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SAHITYARATHI LAKSHMINATH BEZBAROA

Sahityarathi Lakshminath Bezbaroa was remembered on his 87th death anniversary observing the day as ‘Sahitya Divas’. Early Life & Education Born: November 1868 on a boat in the Brahmaputra River near Nagaon, Assam. Father: Dinanath Bezbarua, a British government official.

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