The Standing Finance Committee (SFC) has reviewed and approved financial proposals exceeding Rs 66 crore across four Assam government departments, stressing fiscal prudence, outcome-oriented spending and timely completion of projects.
The committee considered a Rs 25-crore proposal from the Women & Child Development Department, comprising Rs 10 crore for supplying utensil kits to preschool children at Anganwadi Centres and Rs 15 crore under the Terminal Benefit Scheme for Anganwadi Workers, Anganwadi Workers (Mini) and Anganwadi Helpers for 2026-27.
A Rs 14.32-crore proposal from the Home & Political Department under the Surrender-cum-Rehabilitation Scheme was also reviewed. The scheme provides a one-time grant of Rs 4 lakh to 358 Kuki and Hmar groups to support their socio-economic rehabilitation. The initiative will be implemented through Special Branch Headquarters, Assam. The committee noted that Rs 32.57 crore was available under the relevant budget head.
The SFC also reviewed the revalidation of Rs 10.92 crore for construction of the District Transport Office building at Amingaon in Kamrup. The project has recorded 72 per cent physical progress and 58.74 per cent financial progress, with Rs 6.41 crore already released. The committee directed that the remaining work be completed at the earliest.
A revised Annual Administration proposal of Rs 15.72 crore from the Industries, Commerce & Public Enterprises Department was also taken up. The funds are intended for a dedicated 33 KV power line and a 2×5 MVA, 33/11 KV sub-station with a control room at the Industrial Estate in Dighalichapari, Sonitpur.
The power infrastructure project has achieved 90 per cent physical progress, while Rs 6.74 crore has been released so far. Once completed, the facility is expected to ensure a reliable bulk power supply for industrial units operating at the estate.
The committee stressed strict adherence to procurement and financial rules, prevention of fund diversion and continuous monitoring of project implementation.
It further directed that projects be completed within stipulated timelines and that public expenditure remain linked to clearly defined development outcomes. The SFC emphasised that public funds must be used prudently and generate measurable benefits for citizens.
