Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has allocated portfolios to the newly inducted ministers in his cabinet, marking a significant reshuffle. The new ministers were sworn in on June 8, 2025, and have now been assigned their respective departments.
Key Portfolio Allocations
The Chief Minister retained the crucial Home and Finance departments, continuing his direct oversight of these key areas. Other major allocations include Education to Dr. Ranoj Pegu, Health to Keshab Mahanta, and Public Works Department (PWD) to Ajanta Neog.
List of Ministers and Their Portfolios
- Himanta Biswa Sarma - Home, Finance, and Public Works (Buildings)
- Dr. Ranoj Pegu - Education, Welfare of Plain Tribes, and Backward Classes
- Keshab Mahanta - Health, Medical Education, and Family Welfare
- Ajanta Neog - Public Works Department (Roads), Urban Development
- Jogen Mohan - Panchayat and Rural Development, Mines and Minerals
- Pijush Hazarika - Water Resources, Information and Public Relations
- Chandra Mohan Patowary - Transport, Fisheries, Excise
- Nandita Gorlosa - Social Welfare, Indigenous and Tribal Faith and Culture
- Bimal Bora - Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Processing
- Ujjwal Biswas - Power, Cooperation
- Atul Bora - Agriculture (additional charge), Animal Husbandry and Veterinary
Cabinet Expansion Details
The cabinet expansion saw the induction of four new ministers: Nandita Gorlosa, Ujjwal Biswas, Bimal Bora, and Atul Bora. The reshuffle aims to strengthen the government's focus on development and governance. The Chief Minister emphasized that the new team would work tirelessly for the welfare of the people and the progress of Assam.
Reactions and Analysis
Political analysts view this portfolio allocation as a strategic move to balance regional representation and expertise. The retention of key portfolios by the CM indicates his hands-on approach to critical sectors. The allocation of Education to Dr. Pegu, a former bureaucrat, is seen as a step to improve the state's educational standards. Health remains a priority with Keshab Mahanta continuing his tenure.
The opposition has criticized the reshuffle, calling it a mere cosmetic change. However, the ruling party maintains that the new ministers bring fresh energy and experience to address the state's challenges.
