1. Sarma highlights the CAA’s role in unlocking the biometrics of 27 lakh individuals in Assam.
2. Biometrics frozen during the NRC process left many unable to obtain Aadhaar cards.
3. CAA implementation offers hope for resolving bureaucratic hurdles in Assam.
Guwahati, March 16: Assam’s Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, announced a significant stride forward, highlighting the crucial role of implementing the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, (CAA) in unlocking the biometrics of around 27 lakh individuals in the state.
These biometrics had remained frozen during the exhaustive National Register of Citizens (NRC) updating process, rendering them unable to obtain Aadhaar cards.
“I will engage in discussions with All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) and other stakeholders, aiming for a resolution post-elections,” stated the CM during a press conference in Guwahati on Friday.
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He stressed the clarity offered by the CAA implementation, offering a pathway to address this longstanding issue.
This development brings optimism to numerous individuals facing bureaucratic hurdles, with a potential solution on the horizon.
As Assam moves forward, there is growing anticipation for a collaborative and effective approach to unlock these biometrics, ensuring access to vital services and fostering inclusivity within the state.
