Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday unveiled the allocation of portfolios for the newly expanded state Cabinet. While assigning major departments to Cabinet colleagues, he retained crucial ministries including Home, Power, and Public Works. The move follows the recent Cabinet expansion and aims to strengthen governance across Assam.
Quick Glance
- Himanta Biswa Sarma retains Home, Power, and Public Works portfolios.
- Finance, Health, Education, Agriculture, and Revenue departments assigned to senior Cabinet ministers.
- Portfolio allocation comes days after the expansion of the Assam Council of Ministers.
- Two ministerial positions in the Assam Cabinet remain vacant.
Assam Cabinet Portfolios
Agartala/Guwahati: The Assam government has completed the allocation of portfolios among members of the newly expanded Council of Ministers. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the distribution through an official notification approved by Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya.
With the approval of the Hon’ble Governor of Assam, I am pleased to announce the allocation of portfolios amongst the members of the Council of Ministers of the Government of Assam, as follows:
1. Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, Chief Minister-
Home & Political
PWD (Buildings &…— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) June 8, 2026
The portfolio reshuffle comes just days after the expansion of the Cabinet. According to the Chief Minister, the new distribution aims to improve administrative efficiency and accelerate development initiatives across the state.
Sarma retained several high-profile departments under his direct supervision. These include Home and Political Affairs, Power, Public Works (Roads), Public Works (Buildings and National Highways), Information and Public Relations, and Printing and Stationery.
Additionally, he will also handle departments not assigned to any other minister.
Key Economic and Infrastructure Departments Assigned
Among the most significant assignments, Jayanta Mallabaruah received charge of the Finance Department. He will also oversee Environment and Forest and Mines and Minerals.
Ashok Singhal has been entrusted with Health and Family Welfare as well as Medical Education and Research. These departments are expected to play a crucial role in improving healthcare delivery and medical infrastructure across Assam.
Pijush Hazarika will lead Agriculture, Irrigation, and Parliamentary Affairs. These sectors remain vital for Assam’s rural economy and agricultural growth.
Meanwhile, Bimal Borah has been assigned Industries, Commerce and Public Enterprises. He will also manage Cultural Affairs and Act East Policy Affairs, reflecting the government’s focus on regional economic integration and industrial expansion.
Education, Technology and Tribal Affairs Remain With Ranoj Pegu
Senior minister Ranoj Pegu retained several important portfolios. He will continue to supervise School Education, Higher Education, Tribal Affairs (Plain), and Information Technology.
The continuation of these departments under Pegu signals policy stability in the education and technology sectors. It also underlines the government’s emphasis on educational reforms and digital governance.
Revenue, Urban Development and Employment Departments Allocated
Kaushik Rai has been given responsibility for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs, and Cooperation.
Keshab Mahanta will oversee Revenue and Disaster Management, General Administration, and Science, Technology and Climate Change.
Biswajit Daimary has received a broad portfolio covering Handloom, Textiles and Sericulture, Sports and Youth Welfare, Skill Development, Employment and Entrepreneurship, and Indigenous and Tribal Faith and Culture.
These departments are expected to contribute significantly to employment generation, youth empowerment, and preservation of indigenous traditions in Assam.
Social Welfare, Fisheries and Water Resources Ministries Assigned
Krishnendu Paul will manage Public Health Engineering along with Hill Areas and Barak Valley Development.
Nilima Devi has been entrusted with Animal Husbandry and Veterinary and Fisheries. These sectors are important for livelihood generation in rural Assam.
Ashwini Ray Sarkar will supervise Social Justice and Empowerment, Soil Conservation, and Welfare of Minorities and Development.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma assigned the Water Resources and Judicial Departments to Susanta Borgohain.
Assam Cabinet Portfolio Distribution at a Glance
| Minister | Portfolios Assigned |
|---|---|
| Himanta Biswa Sarma | Home, Power, Public Works, Information & Public Relations |
| Jayanta Mallabaruah | Finance, Environment & Forest, Mines & Minerals |
| Ashok Singhal | Health & Family Welfare, Medical Education & Research |
| Ranoj Pegu | School Education, Higher Education, IT, Tribal Affairs |
| Pijush Hazarika | Agriculture, Irrigation, Parliamentary Affairs |
| Bimal Borah | Industries, Commerce, Public Enterprises, Cultural Affairs |
| Biswajit Daimary | Sports, Skill Development, Handloom & Textiles |
| Kaushik Rai | Food & Consumer Affairs, Housing & Urban Affairs |
| Keshab Mahanta | Revenue, Disaster Management, Science & Technology |
| Krishnendu Paul | Public Health Engineering, Barak Valley Development |
| Nilima Devi | Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary |
| Ashwini Ray Sarkar | Social Justice, Soil Conservation, Minority Welfare |
| Susanta Borgohain | Water Resources, Judicial |
Government Focuses on Governance and Development
After announcing the portfolio allocation, Chief Minister Sarma extended his best wishes to all Cabinet colleagues. He expressed confidence that the team would work together to deliver efficient governance and accelerate Assam’s development journey.
Earlier, on June 5, Sarma said he would assess administrative needs and review the strengths of individual ministers before finalizing the portfolio allocation. The government reviewed departmental needs before making the final decisions.
Two Cabinet Berths Still Vacant
The Assam Cabinet currently includes the Chief Minister and 16 Cabinet ministers. The present team took office following the NDA’s victory in the recent Assam Assembly elections.
However, two Cabinet positions remain unfilled. Last month, Rameshwar Teli, Ajanta Neog, Atul Bora, and Charan Boro joined the Council of Ministers and took oath alongside the Chief Minister.
Political observers believe the latest portfolio allocation will provide clarity in governance and help departments execute development projects more efficiently across Assam.
People Also Ask (FAQs)
Q1. Which departments has Himanta Biswa Sarma retained?
The Chief Minister continues to hold Home and Political Affairs, Power, Public Works, Information and Public Relations, and Printing and Stationery.
Q2. Who oversees the Finance Department in Assam?
Jayanta Mallabaruah oversees the Finance Department and also handles the Environment and Forest and Mines and Minerals departments.
Q3. How many ministers are currently in the Assam Cabinet?
The Assam Cabinet presently consists of the Chief Minister and 16 Cabinet ministers, while two positions remain vacant.