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'Polygamy practitioners to lose govt jobs': Assam's budget proposes strict rules

Assam's government proposed barring polygamous individuals from state welfare schemes. Government employees practicing polygamy may face dismissal from their service. The state also plans to amend existing rules for disciplinary actions. This initiative aims to promote women's empowerment and gender justice. The government will resume its welfare schemes from August onwards.

10 Jul 2026 3:45 pm