Guwahati: In view of the Durga Puja festivities, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday said the state government will release the September salary of its employees in advance.
He said the disbursement process of salary would start from Tuesday, instead of the scheduled date of October 1.
“In view of the forthcoming Durga Puja, the State Government has decided to release the salary for September 2025 in advance,” Sarma said in a post on X.
“The Treasury will start receiving salary bills from tomorrow,” he added.
The early release of salaries, he noted, is expected to bring relief to thousands of government employees, allowing them to make necessary purchases and arrangements during the festive season.
Durga Puja, one of the most significant and widely celebrated festivals in Assam and across the northeastern region, typically witnesses increased spending by households.
By releasing salaries in advance, the government hopes to ease the financial burden on employees and contribute to the festive spirit in the state.
The announcement has been welcomed by employees’ associations and government staff, who said the decision would not only help them manage their household expenses during the puja but also boost local markets, as increased spending is expected in the coming days.
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Durga Puja celebrations in Assam will begin later this month with great enthusiasm, drawing large crowds to decorated pandals across the state. With the government’s move, preparations for the festivities are likely to gain further momentum.
