Guwahati, Oct. 16 -- The Assam government has decided to establish a Satra Commission with quasi-judicial powers for the protection of the state's Satras and their lands.

The decision was taken during the state cabinet meeting held at Lok Sewa Bhawan in Guwahati on Thursday under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

The state cabinet has approved the "Assam Satra Preservation and Development Commission Bill, 2025" to safeguard the sacred heritage institutions, promote their cultural and economic potential, and ensure their legacy for future generations through a blend of modern governance and reverence for tradition.

"Under the bill, a Commission will be established that will secure Satra lands from encroachment and ...