Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has launched a major crackdown on the illegal encroachment of Satra lands, aiming to protect Assam’s cultural heritage and restore the sanctity of these historic monastic institutions.
🔴 Key Highlights:
- Over 1,898 hectares of land belonging to 303 Satras across 11 districts have been illegally occupied, according to a government-appointed commission.
- Barpeta, Nagaon, and Dhubri are among the worst-affected areas, with over 2,000 bighas under unauthorized occupation.
- The Assam government has initiated eviction drives and launched protective zoning measures under Mission Basundhara 3.0, ensuring legal land patta distribution to Satras.
- A permanent Satra Aayog will be constituted, empowered financially and administratively to oversee the protection and welfare of Satras.
- Several Satras in Nagaon and Morigaon districts have demanded swift recovery of encroached land, warning that continued inaction could endanger Assam’s cultural identity.
📢 CM Himanta Biswa Sarma’s Statement:
“The soul of Assam lives in our Satras—the flagbearers and protectors of our tradition. Over decades, they have been subjected to unchecked encroachment, but THIS STOPS NOW.”
⚠️ Strategic Impact:
- The crackdown reinforces Assam’s commitment to preserving its cultural and religious landmarks, amid growing concerns over land rights and alleged infiltration.
- The formation of the Satra Aayog will ensure long-term sustainability, with a 25-year vision plan to revamp the institutional framework of Satras.
👉 What do you think? Will this move effectively safeguard Assam’s cultural heritage? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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