Assam government to dismiss employees practising polygamy
The Assam government plans to amend service rules to dismiss employees who practice polygamy. Additionally, the state will restrict welfare benefits for polygamists and those convicted of criminal offenses to promote social integrity.
Why it matters
This policy represents a significant shift in state-level employment and welfare criteria, reflecting the government's focus on social reform and gender justice.
The Assam government has proposed to amend its service rules to dismiss any employee found to have practised polygamy.
In his Budget speech in the 126-member House on Friday (July 10, 2026), Finance Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah said the government would amend the Assam Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1964, to make any polygamist government service liable for dismissal from service.
He also said any male practising polygamy in the State would not be eligible for benefits under any government welfare scheme. “This is keeping with our unwavering commitment to women empowerment, gender justice, and responsible family values,” he said.
The government also proposed making any person convicted of any offence under any criminal law ineligible for any benefits under notified welfare schemes “to promote integrity and responsible citizenship”.
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