Guwahati, March 20 -- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday announced that the state cabinet has approved a policy allowing shops and business establishments in Guwahati, Dibrugarh, and Silchar to operate 24 hours a day.

Speaking at a press conference, CM Sarma stated, "In today's cabinet meeting, we decided to permit round-the-clock business operations in these three cities."

Additionally, he announced that members of the Moran community residing in Arunachal Pradesh would be eligible to receive Permanent Resident Certificates (PRC) from the Assam government upon application. "A delegation from the Moran community recently met me to discuss their concerns. If they apply for PRC, we will grant it," he assured.

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