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Assam Government Says No Ban on Outsiders Amid CJI School Visit Controversy
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 01 Oct 2026, 07:32 AM
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The Assam administration refuted claims of a ban on outsiders after a controversy sparked by the Chief Justice of India's school visit, stating no such restriction exists.
The state government of Assam issued a formal clarification on Wednesday, denying media reports that it had imposed a ban on people from outside the state. The denial came after a political row erupted over the Chief Justice of India's recent visit to a local school, which some opposition leaders claimed was followed by a restriction on outsiders.
Assam's spokesperson said the administration has not introduced any new policy limiting entry of non‑residents and that the state remains open to visitors for tourism, business and official purposes. The statement emphasized that the alleged ban is a misunderstanding and that no official order has been issued.
The controversy began when a few regional parties alleged that the CJI's school visit was used as a pretext to curb the movement of people from neighboring states. The government’s response aims to quell the speculation and reassure citizens and stakeholders that normal travel and commerce will continue unhindered.
No further details or legislative measures were announced, and the government urged the public to rely on official communications for accurate information.
Assam's spokesperson said the administration has not introduced any new policy limiting entry of non‑residents and that the state remains open to visitors for tourism, business and official purposes. The statement emphasized that the alleged ban is a misunderstanding and that no official order has been issued.
The controversy began when a few regional parties alleged that the CJI's school visit was used as a pretext to curb the movement of people from neighboring states. The government’s response aims to quell the speculation and reassure citizens and stakeholders that normal travel and commerce will continue unhindered.
No further details or legislative measures were announced, and the government urged the public to rely on official communications for accurate information.