Guwahati, Sept. 13 -- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday lauded the talent and patriotism of the state's youth for sculpting of the national emblem at a time when "some have a problem" with the Ashokan symbol.

"The vast pool of talent and patriotism in Assam is truly humbling. At a time when some have a problem with our National Emblem, Assam's youngsters are carving near perfect sculpture of this revered symbol," Sarma said in a post on X.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday received a handcrafted memento of the National Emblem from artist Bichitra Pathak of Mushalpur, Baksa.

According to the Chief Minister's Office, Sarma expressed heartfelt gratitude for the gesture and praised the artist for his ded...