Assam Government launches monthly financial aid for celibate monks of satras

Exam-focused facts from the 2 January 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched a scheme to provide a monthly financial assistance of Rs 1,500 to celibate monks residing in ‘satras’.
At least 620 ‘Udasin Bhakats’ (celibate monks) will benefit from the welfare initiative.
The initiative reaffirms the Assam government’s commitment to dignity, care and respect for those who uphold Assam’s civilisational heritage.