The Assam government has green-lit the inclusion of Meitei script in educational institutions of the state, a move intended to preserve and promote the linguistic heritage of the Manipuri community residing in the state.
This initiative will allow interested students to delve into Manipuri literature and pursue higher education in the language using the Meitei/Mayek script. Moreover, it aims to aid individuals from Assam seeking employment in Manipur, where proficiency in the Meitei/Mayek script is mandatory for certain roles.
This decision was made during the cabinet meeting held on Sunday where several significant resolutions were reached.
Notably, the government has allocated Rs 131 crore for the restoration of the historic Rang Ghar in Sivasagar, with plans to develop a site at Rupohi Pathar covering an area of 83 bighas 2 Katha.
Furthermore, the Assam government has extended various incentives to TATA’s semiconductor facility following the approval of a semiconductor unit in Assam by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India. The Industries, Commerce, and Public Enterprises Department have been tasked with disbursing payments as per the outlined eligibility criteria.
In a move to bolster the sports sector, Rs 380.66 crore has been sanctioned for the construction of an open stadium at the Amingaon Sports Complex in Kamrup. This stadium will boast a modern cricket facility with seating for 20,000 spectators, as well as accommodation for international and national coaches, along with separate hostels for male and female players.
Additionally, the cabinet has approved the draft Assam State Prosecution Service (Amendment) Rules, 2024, which entail amendments aimed at ensuring the efficient conduct of proficiency-cum-skill tests for direct recruitment in various posts. These amendments will streamline the process by allowing multiple boards to conduct tests seamlessly, considering the high volume of applications received for such positions.