Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Union Minister for Education, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Prahlad Joshi in New Delhi to address crucial state priorities. During his meeting with Sitharaman, Sarma presented an update on the current flood situation in Assam alongside the state’s strategic roadmap for rehabilitating affected families. Expressing gratitude for her attentive approach, Sarma noted her positive response and firm assurance that the Central Government will support Assam’s rehabilitation efforts. In a separate productive session with Union Minister Prahlad Joshi, the discussions centered on key developmental sectors, including education, food and civil supplies, and renewable energy. Sarma commended Joshi’s constructive approach and continued backing for the state’s key initiatives, emphasizing that both meetings reinforced strong central cooperation toward driving Assam’s long-term growth and post-flood recovery efforts.
