Assam Clears Polygamy Ban Bill; CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Announces Fund for Victimized Women

Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Sunday said that the state cabinet has cleared a bill banning polygamy. Those found guilty under this bill could face rigorous imprisonment of up to seven years.

At a news conference after the cabinet meeting, the Chief Minister said the bill might exempt some areas under Schedule Sixth with certain exceptions. The government would also open a new fund for women victimized by polygamy so that they would not face any problems in their lives.

He said, "The Assam Cabinet today approved a bill banning polygamy. This bill will be named the Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill, 2025. It will be introduced in the Assembly on November 25th." Sarma stated that if an accused is convicted of polygamy, they can face up to seven years in prison. He added, "We have also decided to create a special fund to compensate victimized women. The government will provide financial assistance in necessary cases so that no woman faces hardship in her life."