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Assam's ST status plan for 6 groups to be taken up 'positively'

Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal has indicated a positive consideration for granting Scheduled Tribe status to six communities in Assam. This comes as protests erupt across the state. The proposal, based on a Group of Ministers' report, cites socio-economic backwardness. Students have voiced concerns about potential dilution of their rights.

5 Dec 2025 6:50 am