Assam Cabinet undergoes expansion, 12 MLAs sworn in
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has expanded his Cabinet by swearing in 12 new ministers, bringing the total council strength to 17. The expansion includes a mix of returning ministers and new faces from the BJP and its allies, the AGP and BPF.
Why it matters
Cabinet expansions are critical for political stability and governance efficiency in the state, reflecting the power dynamics within the ruling NDA coalition.
BJP MLAs Ranoj Pegu, Ashok Singhal, Biswajit Daimary and AGP s Keshab Mahanta were among the 12 legislators who took oath as Ministers on Friday (June 5, 2026) as Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expanded his Cabinet, taking the strength of the council of ministers to 17.
The report provides a factual account of the swearing-in ceremony and the composition of the cabinet without editorializing.
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