Union Minister of State for Rural Development Kamlesh Paswan conducted a comprehensive review of rural development schemes in Majuli district of Assam, inspecting housing, rural connectivity and livelihood initiatives while directing officials to ensure quality implementation and timely achievement of targets.
During his official visit, Kamlesh Paswan first chaired a detailed review meeting with district-level officers at the Deputy Commissioner’s office. The meeting examined the implementation status of major schemes of the Ministry of Rural Development, with a focus on physical and financial progress, adherence to timelines and quality standards.
Following the review, Kamlesh Paswan interacted with women members of Self-Help Groups under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana National Rural Livelihoods Mission. He informed that in Assam, 39.76 lakh women are associated with 3.62 lakh Self-Help Groups. Loans amounting to ₹23,252 crore have been disbursed to these groups, while non-performing assets remain at a low 0.56 per cent. He appreciated the contribution of women in strengthening rural economies and stated that women-led development forms the foundation of a developed India.
The Minister inspected houses constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Gramin at Garamur. He stated that in Assam, 29.09 lakh houses have been sanctioned under the scheme, of which 21.33 lakh houses have been completed. In Majuli district, 22,349 houses have been sanctioned and 20,107 have already been completed. Kamlesh Paswan interacted with beneficiaries and directed officials to ensure quality construction, timely completion and early delivery of the remaining houses.
He also visited the Rangachahi State Dispensary and inspected the Madhupur–Puranibari road constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana. The Minister noted that in Assam, out of 9,269 sanctioned works under the scheme, 9,146 works, exceeding 98 per cent, have been completed. He instructed officials to maintain strict quality standards and focus on maintenance, stating that robust rural connectivity strengthens local economies and improves access to education, healthcare and employment opportunities.
Kamlesh Paswan further inspected the Shri Shri Pitambar Dev Goswami District Hospital at Garamur to review the availability of health facilities. During his visit, he paid respects at Shri Shri Auniati Satra and Shri Shri Uttar Kamalabari Satra, acknowledging Majuli’s rich Vaishnav tradition and cultural heritage.
The visit reaffirmed the Government of India’s commitment to strengthening rural housing, infrastructure, livelihoods and connectivity, while ensuring transparent and effective implementation of development schemes at the grassroots level.
