Guwahati, Dec 14: Assam Minister of Revenue and Information Technology, Keshab Mahanta, highlighted the state government’s commitment to establishing Assam as a digitally advanced society and a knowledge-driven economy.
Addressing the 15th Digital Transformation Conclave, organized by Ilog Media in collaboration with the state’s IT department, Mahanta said digital systems are rapidly becoming the backbone of modern economies globally. He emphasized that sustainable and inclusive development now relies heavily on IT-driven innovations.
He said the government aims to surpass traditional developmental approaches by leveraging digital technologies.
“We are focusing on accelerating the expansion of its digital infrastructure and adopting e-governance. The state is promoting digital literacy and implementing IT-enabled systems to ensure rapid development,” he said.
The minister said the Sewasetu portal system currently provides 742 government services online, enabling citizens to access these services from their homes.
“By the end of December, the number of services available on the portal is expected to exceed 800,” e said.
He also said two state-of-the-art data centres have been established to strengthen IT infrastructure. Implementation of e-office systems is enabling paperless governance. Projects like Mission Basundhara address land-related issues effectively. Integration of Aadhaar authentication facilitates e-KYC services for residents.
“Under the visionary leadership and guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, India has made significant strides in technological and digital transformation over the past decade. We’re proud to be part of this journey and continue our efforts to make Assam a digital hub and a leading state in the field of IT under the dynamic leadership of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma,” he added.
The conclave brought together officials from the Central government, representatives from various state governments, and leaders from the IT and digital sectors, including Special Chief Secretary (IT) Syed Abbasi, Chief Electoral Officer (CEI) Anurag Goel, Special Secretary and Director IT Electronics & Communications Pavan Kumar, Director, Direct Benefit Transfer Devendra Kumar, Deloitte India executive: Amit Singh and Alliance Ilog media executive Fahim Haque.
The conclave provided a platform for discussions on the role of digital technology in transforming governance and enabling socio-economic growth.
With robust initiatives like the Sewasetu portal, Aadhaar-based e-KYC, and Mission Basundhara, Assam is advancing towards becoming a digitally empowered society. The state government’s vision aligns with global trends, making Assam a model for IT-driven governance in the Northeast.
