Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Sarma said that his government, with the aim of promoting academic excellence, introduced the Dr. Banikanta Kakati Merit Award.
In a rapid response to a distress call, Assam Rifles extended crucial assistance in the search for missing students of NIT Silchar, who reportedly went missing near Bahkol waterfall in Lower Boulsol, Harangajao.
A professor from NIT Silchar, Dr Koteswara Raju Dhenukonda, was arrested following sexual harassment allegations by a female student. NIT Silchar suspended him, and a police investigation is underway.