Guwahati, July 31, 2025 — In a major step toward transforming the education sector in Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced an ambitious plan to invest ₹2,750 crore over the next five years. The initiative aims to overhaul the state’s school infrastructure, enhance early childhood education, and reduce dropout rates.
The announcement was made through a post on X (formerly Twitter), where CM Sarma shared key highlights of the project. “In the next 5 years, we will be spending over ₹2,700 crore to give a major boost to our education sector. 400 new schools and 1,733 Anganwadi Centres will come up across Assam to strengthen the foundation of our education system,” Sarma stated.
According to the image posted alongside his message, the initiative will focus on:
- Establishing 400 new schools across Assam
- Setting up 1,733 Anganwadi Centres to support early childhood education
- Training teachers and enhancing classroom management skills
- Promoting science and technology in the curriculum
- Reducing school dropout rates
The Chief Minister emphasized the importance of investing in foundational education to empower future generations. The project is expected to improve learning outcomes, especially in rural and underserved regions.
The announcement has been widely appreciated by educationists and policy experts, who believe that such a large-scale investment could significantly elevate Assam’s standing in national education metrics.
This initiative is part of the Assam government’s broader commitment to improve public service delivery and ensure inclusive development across sectors.
