Assam restricts Aadhaar card issuance for people above 18 years: CM Himanta

The Assam Cabinet has decided to restrict the issuance of Aadhaar cards for individuals above 18 years of age, while allowing issuance for ST, SC and Tea Garden communities till March 2027. The Cabinet has also approved a Guwahati Satellite City under the Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority area. This decision is part of the state's efforts to focus on geographic equity and ensure that growth reaches every region of the country.