Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Assam CM Inspects Uriamghat Eviction Drive
The Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma, visited Uriamghat to check on the eviction of people who have been illegally living on government land.
The goal is to clear a large area, about 1.5 lakh bighas, of encroached land across the state.
The Chief Minister said that most people have already left the area, and he hopes the rest will leave soon.
The government plans to protect the land, restore the forest, and help local young people start businesses.
The Chief Minister also mentioned that the area had become unsafe due to illegal activities, such as drug trafficking.
Assam CM visited Uriamghat to assess the ongoing eviction drive.
The eviction aims to clear 1.5 lakh bighas of encroached land in Assam.
Approximately 70% of encroachers have left, with the rest expected to leave soon.
The government plans to restore the Rengma forest and support local youth.
CM Sarma noted concerns about the area becoming a crime hub, including drug trafficking and arms hoarding.
- Who
- Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
- What
- Eviction drive to clear encroached land.
- When
- The Chief Minister visited Uriamghat on Friday.
- Where
- Uriamghat, Assam.
- Why
- To reclaim land, restore the forest, and address illegal activities.
- Target Land Clearance
- 1.5 lakh bighas
- Location of Visit
- Uriamghat
- Percentage of Encroachers who Left
- Approximately 70%
- Concern
- Crime hub
- Illegal activities
- Drug trafficking, arms hoarding