GUWAHATI : Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi on Sunday pledged sweeping enhancements to education and healthcare services across the state if his party forms the next government, as campaigning intensifies ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections.

Addressing supporters and residents in Dibrugarh district during the ongoing Samay Paribartanar Yatra, Gogoi emphasised that his party’s governance would prioritise access to quality public services – particularly for women and communities in tea garden areas.

“Our aim is to create a better environment for education and healthcare in every village, including the tea garden areas,” he said, outlining a vision that promises expanded facilities and direct delivery of welfare schemes without political conditions.

Gogoi also highlighted the Congress’ focus on women’s empowerment, saying the party intends to support small-scale enterprises and ensure that women receive welfare benefits without being required to attend party meetings – a remark that appeared to allude to recent political debates over scheme delivery.

“As Congress comes to power, services in education and healthcare will be significantly upgraded and made more accessible for all residents of Assam,” he added. The Assembly polls for the 126-member legislature are scheduled for later this month and in April, with major parties stepping up campaigns across the region.