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MAP OF CACHAR DISTRICT

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HISTORY OF CACHAR DISTRICT

One of the largest districts of Assam, Cachar is bounded on the north by Barail and Jaintia Hills, south

by Mizoram, on east by Hailakandi and Karimganj, covering an area of 3786 Sq. Km. and having a population of

17,36,319 (2011 Census). The district has rich history dating back to ancient Kachari Kingdom. In fact, many

have to say that present name Cachar is said to have been derived from the word Kachari. Some others say

name Cachar is derived from Kachar which means stretch of land at mountain foot hills.

The Kachari Kingdom:

The Kachari Kingdom came to be established at Khaspur, some 2 Kms from present Silchar in 1706

when the Kachari King Tamradhoja shifted upon i.e. being invaded by the Ahom King, Swargardev Rudra

Singha. The Kachari king built brick temples and palaces which still stand today. The last of the Kachari King,

Raja Gobind Raja who was childless was

assassinated by his own people on April 24, 1830.

Upon his death, his territory lapsed to the British under

terms signed in 1826. T. Fisher was given the charge

of the area. In 1830, headquarter was established at

Dudhpatil and later to Silchar, which was then a

Military Centre.

Cachar and Independence Movement:

In the freedom struggle for independence, Cachar played a major role with leaders like Kamini Kumar

Chanda, his son Arun Kumar Chanda, Abdul Matlab Mazumder, Biplabi Ullas Kar Laskar, leading the front for

such cause and public support. In fact, Mahatma

Gandhi also paid visit to Cachar district igniting

passion for freedom. Earlier too, the sepoys had

raised the banner of revolt at Malugarh.

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Part of India:

With independence knocking at the doors, the demand for separate state for Pakistan gathered

momentum. But, leaders like Fakruddin Ahmed sealed the ambitions of Muslim League through Jamat Ulema-e-

Hind and finally winning elections in 1946.

Again on the eve of partition, when

question of partition came up, Abdul Matlib

Mazumder along with Basanta Kumar Das

organized Assam Nationalist Muslims’

Convention at Silchar and another meeting

on 8th June’ 1947. Lateron, Abdul Matlib

Mazumder pleaded before the Radcliffe

Commission that sylhet remain with India.

Such efforts paid dividends as part of sylhet

remained with Assam.

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CACHAR AT A GLANCE

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LIST OF NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS IN RESPECT OF CACHAR DISTRICT

Name of the Schemes

1) CONSTRUCTION OF BANGA BHAWAN AT SADARGHAT, SILCHAR. (2012-13)

Banga Bhawan has been set up adjacent to Silchar Municipal Board, Silchar. Various cultural activities

and other official programmes are being performed. Fund Allotted for the said Bhawan was Rs. 554 .10

Lakhs

2) SETTING UP OF 132 KV, SRIKONA GRID SUB-STATION, CACHAR, SILCHAR.

The Transformer has been set up by AEGCL during the year to meet the power supply all throughout

Barak Valley. Apart from this, 33/11 KV Transformer has also been set up at Sonai, Banskandi and

Borkhola during the financial year 2012-13. These have benefited the population of entire Barak

Valley.

3) CONSTRUCTION OF TRAUMA CENTRE AT SILCHAR MEDICAL COLLEGE & HOSPITAL,

SILCHAR. (2012-13)

The Trauma Centre was set up to provide care for patients suffering from major traumatic injuries such

as falls, motor vehicle collisions, or gunshot wounds at Silchar Medical College & Hospital, Cachar,

Silchar. Fund sanctioned for the said Scheme was Rs. 312.94 Lakhs. This has benefited the

population of entire Barak Valley.

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4) CONSTRUCTION OF BRIDGE INCLUDING APPROACHES AND PROTECTION WORKS OVER

RIVER JATINGA AT BORKHOLA ON MAHA SADAK TO BORKHOLA ROADS. (2014-15)

These were constructed at a sanctioned amount of Rs. 1432.23 Lakhs which have benefited the

population of Borkhola LAC to commute with ease. The transportation has become comfortable.

5) CONSTRUCTION OF INDOOR STADIUM AT SILCHAR. (2007-08)

It has been set up at a sanctioned amount of Rs. 494.33 Lakhs in the midst of Silchar Town. Various

competitive Indoor Games are being conducted here.

6) CONSTRUCTION OF TISSUE CULTURE LABORATORY AT BAGHBAHAR, CACHAR. (2012-13)

The Tissue Culture Laboratory has been set up for the growth of tissues or cells separate from the

organism. The sanctioned fund amounts to Rs. 223 Lakhs. This has benefited the population of entire

Barak Valley.

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7) CONSTRUCTION OF BIG COMMERCIAL HORTICULTURE NURSERY AT SILCHAR. (2014-15)

The Big Commercial Horticulture Nursery was set up to propagate plants and grow to usable size. The

fund was sanctioned amounting to Rs. 225 Lakhs. This has benefited the population of entire Assam

where 225 Lakhs of seedlings have been sold by NE Agro-Service.

8) ESTABLISHMENT OF URBAN TRAINING CENTRE AT SILCHAR (2012-13)

It was set up for general performance & special areas performance grant to ULBs (Civil, Sanitary and

Water Supply internal electrification and fire fighting works) at an amount of Rs. 171.45 Lakhs.

9) RENOVATION OF THE MAIN HOSPITAL BUILDING AT SMCH, SILCHAR

Along with the renovation works of the main building of SMCH, North Block, South Block, Central

Block, O.T. Block (Gr.A) & Pathology Block and O.T. Block (Gr.A) & Linking Passage corridor & Ramp

have also been constructed @ Rs. 500.00 Lakhs.

10) CONSTRUCTION OF DR. B.R. AMBEDKAR BHAWAN AT IRONGMARA, SILCHAR:

It was constructed at Irongmara, Silchar (SC Dominated Area) for Rs. 98.72 Lakhs received from the

Welfare of SC Department

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STATUS REPORT ON PRADHAN MANTRIR JAN DHAN

YOJANA

PINEAPPLE FRUIT PROCESSING INDUSTRY AT LAKHIPUR:

Out of total pineapple crop cultivated area 1932 Ha, Fulertol-Lakhipur Block area occupies the major

cultivated area of the district i.e 1075 Ha with a total production of 22,000 MT (approx.) with an average

productivity of 28 MT/Ha.

For economic upliftment of the pineapple growers of Fulertol as well as to increase the productivity,

there is an urgent need for establishment of 1 (One) No. Large Scale Food Processing Industry in and around

Mission Compound of Digor Fulertol, Lakhipur.

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TEA GARDEN INITIATIVES

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SWACHCH CACHAR INITIATIVES

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SWACHCH VIDYALAYA

1) GIRLS’ TOILET:

2) BOYS’ TOILET:

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MAIN ISSUES OF CACHAR DISTRICT

ROADS: The NH-6, 37 and 306 are the life line for the people of the Southern Assam (Barak Valley) Mizoram,

Tripura and even certain areas of the state of Manipur as the food and essential commodities for the people

residing here are carried through these roads. The NH-6 is the surface link that connects this region with the rest

of the country. The road remains cut off frequently due to landslides and poor road condition at Sonapur and

other areas during the rainy season, which is a chronic problem of this region. The District Administration is often

facing agitation from the public for detoriated road condition of NH-6 (Silchar-Kalain Road). Several mishaps

claiming numerous lives have occurred at intervals. So, National Highway No. 6 needs attention on road

conditions, landslides (during rainy season). Proper enforcement of law is necessary to tackle movement of

overloaded vehicles, traffic jams in this accident prone area to prevent further carnage.

EAST-WEST CORRIDOR (MAHASADAK) : It is the alternative life line of the entire region which is yet to be

operationalised. The progress of works is hampered due to delay in clearance from forest Deptt. Special

attention is required in Balacherra Section.

RAILWAY: The city of Silchar is the 2nd largest city in the state of Assam. It is the Economic Gateway to the

state of Tripura, Mizoram and part of Manipur. The Railway connectivity is at present disrupted. People of this

region are facing lots of difficulties. Hence, the restoration of Railway connectivity may be taken up on top

priority.

DEVELOPMENT OF BHUBAN HILL AS A PILGRIMAGE SPOT: This is famous for the Shiv Temple situated on

the top of the hill, where thousands of people from various parts of the state visit during Maha Shiv Ratri and Dol

Purnima to worship Lord Shiva. This Hill is situated almost 50 Kms away from Silchar Town. Due to the poor

communication system to the hill top, which has to be climbed on foot, people often find it difficult to visit the holy

spot. Hence, the allocation of budget is required for its all round development as it is a significant pilgrimage

place of this region. Proposal for ropeway has also been considered, for which appropriate technical support

and adequate fund may be allocated. This will also augment the development of the place as a tourist spot.

DRAINAGE: For proper hygienic environment, existing Drainage System of Silchar Town is a major area of

concern.

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RENOVATION OF DISTRICT LIBRARY AND AUDITORIUM: The District Library cum Auditorium, Silchar is a

premiere public institution in the heart of Silchar Town. The Auditorium Hall of the District Library, Silchar is

regularly in need of performing various activities including Govt. Programmes. It was established in the year

1961 and is in a detoriating state due to lack of fund for maintenance. The District Administration has often

intervened for its upkeep, but lack of adequate support from the Govt. is a major concern.

ECONOMICALLY BACKWARD GARDENS: Some gardens can be developed for Tea tourism viz. 1)

Bhubandhar, 2) Amaranagar, 3) Rukni, 4) Bhuban Valley, 5) Lakhipur, 6) Dilkush, 7) Balacherra, 8) Jirighat, 9)

Paticherra, are facing financial hardship which requires to be solved out.

PERMISSION FOR OPERALISATION OF NIGHT LANDING FACILITY AT KUMBHIRGRAM AIRPORT,

SILCHAR:

In view of the dilapidated conditions, all the roads leading to Guwahati from Silchar as well as the

disruption of Railway services owing to natural calamities in the Hills Section, it has become extremely difficult

for the people of Barak Valley and other adjoining states to travel from Silchar to Guwahati and Silchar to

Kolkata especially in the night hours. Further, the Night Landing Facility at Kumbhirgram Airport, Silchar is yet to

be operationalised, since permission of the same has not been accorded till date by the Airforce authorities.

Immediate necessary steps need to be taken for according permission to operationalise Night Landing Facility in

the interest of public in general.

RELIGIOUS TOURISM:

Religious tourism has great potential in the district. Bhuban Hill, Kachakanti Temple can be developed

into places of tourism.

TEA TOURISM:

Tea tourism can be developed as tourist spot particularly those having historical importance like Dilkush

Tea Estate where Lord Curzon stayed, Dewan Tea Estate which is linked to Ronald Ross, Kumbirgram Tea

Estate where relics of World War II are found and Silcoorie Tea Estate which is associated with Tagore family.