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India’s Panchamrit Strategies, unveiled at COP26, underscore the nation’s commitment to climate change mitigation and sustainable development. With the ambitious goal of achieving 500 GW non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030, states have a crucial role in aligning their renewable energy initiatives with central government schemes while leveraging local resources.

Vulnerability reflects a community’s exposure and sensitivity to climate-related risks, while resilience denotes the ability to adapt, recover, and maintain essential functions in the face of such challenges. Assam, as one of India’s most climate-vulnerable states, faces recurring threats from floods, erosion, deforestation, and socio-economic challenges. These issues, if left

The G-20 sessions held in Assam in 2023, under India’s presidency, served as a landmark opportunity for the state to showcase its cultural heritage, tourism potential, and economic prospects to the international community. By hosting global leaders, diplomats, and business stakeholders, Assam positioned itself as a vital hub for regional

The Disaster Management Act, 2005 marks a significant shift in India’s disaster management approach by emphasizing prevention, mitigation, and preparedness alongside response and relief. Assam, prone to multiple disasters such as floods, landslides, earthquakes, and erosion, faces unique challenges in adopting a proactive disaster management strategy. While the state has

Maniram Dewan (1806–1858), a prominent figure in 19th-century Assam, played a pivotal role as an administrator, entrepreneur, and patriot, contributing significantly to the region’s socio-economic and political landscape during British colonial rule. Born into an aristocratic family, he combined his skills in governance and business with a commitment to resisting

The Sittwe Port, constructed with Indian grant assistance under the Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project (KMTTP), is a crucial initiative to enhance connectivity between India’s Northeast and Southeast Asia. It is designed to create an alternative trade route bypassing the Siliguri Corridor, providing strategic and economic benefits. The project aligns