Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Assam CM Discusses Coal and Mining Development with Union Minister
The Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma, met with the Union Minister for Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, in New Delhi.
They talked about how to make the coal and mining industries in Assam better.
The Chief Minister told the Minister about the problems in these industries, and the Minister promised to look into them quickly.
The Central Government wants to help the Northeastern states, including Assam, by using natural resources better and improving infrastructure like roads and railways.
The Minister said the government will work with Assam to make these industries grow faster.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy in New Delhi.
They discussed the development of Assam's coal and mining sectors.
Issues reviewed included new coal production projects, exploration of new mines, and optimal resource utilization.
Kishan Reddy directed officials to prioritize and resolve the issues raised by the Chief Minister.
The Central Government affirmed its commitment to accelerating the development of the coal and mining sectors in Northeastern states.
- Who
- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy
- What
- Meeting to discuss development of Assam's coal and mining sectors
- When
- Monday
- Where
- New Delhi
- Why
- To review issues and challenges in the coal and mining sectors and plan for development
State Perspective
Central Government Perspective
Focus on Development
State Perspective
Assam seeks investment and infrastructure development in coal and mining sectors.
Central Government Perspective
Central Government emphasizes holistic development and efficient resource utilization.
- Meeting Date
- Monday
- Chief Minister
- Himanta Biswa Sarma
- Union Minister
- G. Kishan Reddy
- Sectors Discussed
- Coal and Mining
- Key Issues
- New coal production projects, exploration of new mines, optimal resource utilization, investments