Himanta Biswa Sarma on May 10, 2021 took oath as the 15th chief minister of Assam. Governor Prof. Jagdish Mukhi administered him the oath of office.
- Along with Mr. Sarma 13 ministers also took oath on May 10.
- Mr. Himanta Biswa Sarma who is representing Jalukbari assembly constituency, joined the BJP in 2015.
- Prior to joining the BJP, he held several important portfolios in the Tarun Gogoi led Congress government.
- A writer and sports administrator, Shri Sarma is also holding the post of Convenor of the North East Democratic Alliance, NEDA.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Assam’s new Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and the other Ministers who took oath. Mr Modi expressed confidence that this team will add momentum to the development journey of Assam and fulfil aspirations of the people.
