Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma spearheaded two important projects in the Rongkhang Legislative Assembly Constituency (LAC) of the West Karbi Anglong district, greatly advancing rural healthcare and entrepreneurship in Assam. About 19,000 women from Self Help Groups (SHGs) got checks for Rs 10,000 apiece to support their entrepreneurial goals as part of the Panchayat and Rural Development (P&RD) Department’s Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan (MMUA), a seed capital fund distribution program.
Assam Cabinet Minister Nandita Gorlosa, Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) Chief Executive Member (CEM) Dr. Tuliram Ronghang, Lok Sabha Member of Parliament Amarsing Tisso, and other dignitaries attended the cheque distribution ceremony at Waisong Stadium in Dongkamukam. Addressing the gathering, predominantly women, CM Sarma urged the beneficiaries to utilize the seed capital wisely to establish sustainable businesses. “Buying mobiles or garments for Puja from this amount will not benefit you,” he emphasized. Instead, he encouraged the women to invest in small-scale ventures such as pickle-making, piggery, or goatery to generate income.
He further highlighted the scheme’s progressive structure, noting that successful entrepreneurs could receive Rs 25,000 in the second year and Rs 50,000 in the third year to scale their businesses. In another significant development, CM Sarma inaugurated a 100-bedded district hospital in Hamren, reinforcing the state government’s commitment to improving healthcare access across Assam. The newly-dedicated hospital aims to provide quality medical services to the people of West Karbi Anglong, addressing a critical need in the region.
