The Assam Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, greenlights the establishment of a development council for the ‘Kiran Sheikh’ community in Barak Valley. Tourism Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah confirms the decision, addressing the longstanding demand of the community. Additionally, the Cabinet authorizes the use of the Meitei script for Manipuri language education at the primary level in schools. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to virtually inaugurate a semiconductor unit in Jagiroad on March 13, with the Tata Group receiving authorization from the state’s Industry Department for necessary clearances.