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Assam to rename Karimganj to Sribhumi, announces CM Himanta

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 19 November 2024
The Assam government has decided to rename Karimganj district to Sribhumi, fulfilling a long-standing demand inspired by Rabindranath Tagore's description of the region. The state cabinet also announced plans for panchayat elections by February and an investment summit in 2025.
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