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Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma talks water security and Silsako Beel revival with Jal Shakti Minister
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 20 Aug 2026, 05:48 PM
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Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met the Union Jal Shakti Minister to review the JJM‑Assam scheme and the rejuvenation of Silsako Beel, emphasizing water security for the state.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held a meeting with the Union Minister for Jal Shakti to assess ongoing water‑related initiatives in Assam. The discussion focused on strengthening water security across the state, with particular attention to the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) implementation in Assam.
Both officials reviewed the progress of the Silsako Beel rejuvenation project, a wetland restoration effort aimed at enhancing groundwater recharge and biodiversity. They agreed that timely completion of the project would contribute to flood mitigation and agricultural resilience.
The ministers also explored additional measures to improve water supply in rural and urban areas, underscoring the importance of coordinated action between state and central agencies. No new financial commitments were announced, but the meeting signaled continued governmental focus on water resource management in Assam.
Stakeholders, including local NGOs and community representatives, have been urged to cooperate with the authorities to ensure the sustainability of the initiatives discussed.
Both officials reviewed the progress of the Silsako Beel rejuvenation project, a wetland restoration effort aimed at enhancing groundwater recharge and biodiversity. They agreed that timely completion of the project would contribute to flood mitigation and agricultural resilience.
The ministers also explored additional measures to improve water supply in rural and urban areas, underscoring the importance of coordinated action between state and central agencies. No new financial commitments were announced, but the meeting signaled continued governmental focus on water resource management in Assam.
Stakeholders, including local NGOs and community representatives, have been urged to cooperate with the authorities to ensure the sustainability of the initiatives discussed.