In a significant political development ahead of the much-anticipated expansion of the Assam Council of Ministers, several key names have reportedly been finalised for induction into the state cabinet, according to highly placed sources.
Among those likely to be inducted are Jayanta Malla Baruah, Pijush Hazarika, Bimal Borah, Ashok Singhal, and Ranoj Pegu. All five leaders are considered experienced faces within the ruling establishment and have previously held important organisational or administrative responsibilities.
The cabinet expansion comes at a crucial juncture as the government looks to strengthen its administrative machinery and the address governance priorities across sectors such as infrastructure, education, healthcare, and rural development. Political observers note that such reshuffles are often aimed at balancing regional representation, caste equations, and performance considerations within the government.
Meanwhile, sources indicate that Rupali Langthasa and Tuliram Ronghangli are among those still in contention for ministerial berths. Their possible inclusion is being closely watched, as it may reflect efforts to broaden representation, including from tribal and underrepresented communities.
The expansion is expected to be carried out under the leadership of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who has previously emphasised performance-driven governance and administrative efficiency. Analysts suggest that the reshuffle could also be aimed at preparing the government machinery ahead of upcoming political challenges and electoral considerations.
As per constitutional provisions, the size of the Council of Ministers in a state cannot exceed 15 percent of the total strength of the Legislative Assembly, which in Assam stands at 126 members. This limits the number of ministers to a maximum of 19, including the Chief Minister.
An official announcement regarding the cabinet expansion is expected on the evening of May 4, which will bring clarity on the final composition of the ministry. Until then, political circles remain abuzz with speculation over the last-minute changes and possible surprise inclusions. Further details are awaited.
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