Assam Eyes 2030: MRO Hub Ambition & Education Reforms

The Assam state cabinet has greenlit pivotal initiatives, including the 2025 MRO Policy to establish Assam as a top aviation hub by 2030, alongside significant educational reforms. These moves are anticipated to spur economic growth, encourage investments, and ensure equitable educational opportunities throughout the state.

In a bold move to bolster both economic growth and educational equity, the Assam state cabinet has launched a series of initiatives, headlined by the approval of the Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) Policy of Assam, 2025. The policy aims to establish the state as Northeast India's premier aviation MRO hub by the year 2030.

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, in a social media announcement, detailed resolutions from the cabinet meeting, including the launch of a High-Powered Investment Committee for projects exceeding Rs 10,000 crore and the commitment to strengthening Assam's educational framework. The MRO Policy envisions three world-class facilities catering to both civil and defense sectors, promising investments of approximately Rs 1,500 crore and over 1,000 skilled jobs by 2030.

Additionally, the cabinet approved the Assam Non-Government Educational Institutions (Regulation of Fees) (Amendment) Bill, 2025, to ensure transparent fee structures across private education facilities, protecting students and parents. An amendment was also passed to enhance salaries for non-teaching staff in venture educational institutions, addressing wage grievances and boosting staff morale. Moreover, the Mehta Commission Report on the 1983 Assam Election violence is set for discussion in the upcoming legislative session.

(With inputs from agencies.)