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Assam: Himanta Biswa Sarma accuses Congress of making U-turn on ST status issue

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said opposition parties disrupted Parliament, preventing discussion on Scheduled Tribe status for six communities. Protests against the proposal occurred in Dima Hasao district and Kokrajhar. Students voiced concerns about diluted rights. The Chief Minister accused Congress of a U-turn on the issue.

3 Dec 2025 5:32 pm