Darrang, June 11 -- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday visited the 450-year-old Khatara Satra in Darrang, one of the oldest Satras in Assam.

The Satra, established by Shri Shri Lechakonia Gobinda Ata, is a leading center for research and promotion of Sattriya culture.

During his visit, CM Sarma offered his prayers and emphasised the importance of preserving Assam's cultural heritage.

He stated that the Satras are the flagbearers and protectors of the state's tradition and that his government has taken decisive steps to defend their sanctity.

The CM highlighted that the Satras have been subjected to unchecked encroachment over the decades, but his government is committed to stopping this.

He assured that the governm...