The Assam Cabinet, meeting in Guwahati, has approved a key employment-related relaxation allowing members of the Moran community residing in border areas of Arunachal Pradesh to register at Employment Exchanges in Tinsukia district.
The decision was taken at Lok Sewa Bhawan, Dispur, during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, and is aimed at easing long-standing administrative barriers faced by Moran youth living near the Assam–Arunachal border.
The Assam Cabinet meeting in Guwahati approved registration of Moran community members living in Arunachal Pradesh border areas at Employment Exchanges in Tinsukia. The move relaxes residence verification norms for those holding Assam-issued PRC and OBC certificates, enabling greater access to government recruitment opportunities.
What the Cabinet Approved
According to the Cabinet decision:
- Moran community members living along the Assam–Arunachal border can now register at Tinsukia Employment Exchanges
- Applicants must possess a valid Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC) issued by Assam
- A valid OBC certificate issued by the Assam government is mandatory
- Residence verification norms have been relaxed to address border-area realities
Officials said the move will help bring eligible Moran youth into the formal recruitment system.
Guwahati’s Role in the Decision
As Assam’s administrative and policy-making centre, Guwahati played a central role in shaping and approving the measure. Employment and social justice officials based in Dispur noted that border communities often fall through procedural gaps despite holding valid Assam documentation.
The Cabinet decision reflects the state government’s attempt to address such gaps through policy interventions cleared in Guwahati.
Why This Matters
The Moran community has historically lived across border belts, with many families holding Assam-issued documents but facing difficulties during:
- Employment Exchange registration
- Government job applications
- Recruitment verification processes
The relaxation is expected to improve employment access, particularly for youth seeking state government jobs.
Wider Employment Push
The decision forms part of a broader package of employment and inclusion measures approved by the Cabinet in Guwahati, alongside initiatives focused on:
- Social inclusion
- Recruitment access
- Administrative simplification for border communities
Officials said similar issues affecting other border-area populations may also be reviewed in the future.
What Happens Next
The Labour and Employment Department is expected to issue a formal notification outlining the revised registration process. Employment Exchanges in Tinsukia will then operationalise the decision, while aspirants are advised to keep the necessary documents ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
Members of the Moran community living in Arunachal Pradesh border areas who hold valid Assam-issued PRC and OBC certificates.
The decision was approved by the Assam Cabinet at Lok Sewa Bhawan in Guwahati.
