Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma Announces Cabinet Expansion Scheduled for June 5

On May 12, 2026, Himanta Biswa Sarma was officially sworn in as the Chief Minister of Assam, India. Along with him, four other ministers also took their oaths of office as part of the Cabinet formation. This event marks another significant chapter in Sarmas political career, as he first assumed the role of Chief Minister in May 2021.

Sarma, a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has previously held various key positions, including Minister of Finance and Minister of Health and Family Welfare in Assam. His leadership is often characterized by a focus on infrastructure development, economic growth, and efforts to improve law and order in the state.

The appointment of the new Cabinet comes at a time when the state government is poised to tackle various challenges, including economic recovery post-pandemic, development initiatives, and regional issues affecting Assam. The new ministers, whose portfolios are yet to be announced, will play crucial roles in implementing the government’s policies and programs aimed at the welfare of the states residents.