Guwahati: Assam Advocate General (AG) Devajit Saikia announced on Thursday that he has resigned from his position following the conclusion of the present government's term. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had submitted his resignation to Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Wednesday, who subsequently requested him to continue as the head of the caretaker government until the next administration is sworn in. This development necessitated the resignation of the advocate general and all other constitutional post holders from the previous government.
Resignation Statement
In a post on X, Saikia stated, “Keeping and upholding the high tradition and constitutional practice, I have tendered my resignation yesterday from the Office of the Advocate General, Assam, upon completion of my tenure of nearly five years and consequent to the end of the present Government's term with Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma.” He emphasized that serving the state in the constitutional office of Advocate General was a matter of immense honor and privilege.
Gratitude and Acknowledgment
Saikia expressed deep gratitude to the Chief Minister, the Council of Ministers, the legal fraternity including his colleagues and lawyers, government officers, and all concerned for the trust, cooperation, and support extended to him throughout his tenure. He added, “I remain deeply grateful to the Hon'ble Chief Minister, Council of Ministers, the legal fraternity including my colleagues, lawyers, officers of the government and all concerned for the trust, cooperation and support extended to me throughout my tenure.”
This resignation marks the end of an era for the state's legal department, as Saikia served for nearly five years under the Sarma government. The caretaker government will continue to function until the next government is formed, following the standard constitutional process.
