Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced plans to secure the historic Rojabari land in Charaideo district, the first capital of the Ahom era, amidst concerns of encroachment and madrasa establishments. Sarma emphasized the government’s commitment to freeing the heritage site from illegal occupation to preserve it for future generations.
The move comes in the wake of extensive eviction and anti-encroachment operations conducted across Assam recently, focusing on reclaiming government, forest, and reserve lands from unauthorized occupants. Since mid-2025, the state has undertaken large-scale eviction drives in various districts, including Golaghat, Hailakandi, Patharkandi, and Dhubri, targeting encroachments on forest and reserve lands.
The Assam government, under Sarma’s leadership, has been actively reclaiming encroached areas to protect ecological balance, uphold the rule of law, and safeguard the resources of indigenous communities. Despite facing criticism and controversy over the eviction drives, authorities maintain that the operations are essential to protect state assets and ensure legality.
CM Sarma’s statement regarding Rojabari underscores the government’s commitment to extending enforcement and conservation efforts to safeguard historically and culturally significant sites from encroachment, preserving Assam’s rich heritage for future generations.
