Assam govt employees practising polygamy to face disqualification: CM Sarma

Published 04 Nov 2026, 00:22 IST

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Assam Cabinet tightens service rules under the Uniform Civil Code, making polygamy among government employees a ground for dismissal and permanent disqualification

— The Assam Tribune
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The Assam Cabinet has approved an amendment to dismiss government employees engaging in polygamy and prohibit future employment. An investigation by the CBI will focus on the causes of severe floods in Sivasagar and Charaideo districts. Additionally, the Cabinet has endorsed financial support for…

— The Economic Times

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Assam Cabinet tightens service rules under the Uniform Civil Code, making polygamy among government employees a ground for dismissal and permanent disqualification

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The Assam Tribune Center Assam Tribune Group Current article 04 Nov 2026, 00:22 IST

Assam govt employees practising polygamy to face disqualification: CM Sarma

Assam Cabinet tightens service rules under the Uniform Civil Code, making polygamy among government employees a ground for dismissal and permanent disqualification

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Hindustan Times Center HT Media 04 Nov 2026, 07:42 IST

Assam to sack government employees for polygamy, bar them from future jobs: CM Sarma

The Assam cabinet on Tuesday approved a proposal to dismiss state government employees found indulging in polygamy.

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The Economic Times Center-Right Bennett, Coleman & Co. 04 Nov 2026, 02:04 IST

Assam Cabinet approves key amendments to Assam Services (Discipline & Appeal) Rules including polygamy dismissal

The Assam Cabinet has approved an amendment to dismiss government employees engaging in polygamy and prohibit future employment. An investigation by the CBI will focus on the causes of severe floods in Sivasagar and Charaideo districts. Additionally, the Cabinet has endorsed financial support for…

Compare on Varta → Read at The Economic Times ↗