Himanta Biswa Sarma Adopts Nitish Kumar's Electoral Strategy, Launches ₹2 Lakh Youth Scheme

• Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma is emulating Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's strategy of direct benefit transfer schemes to secure electoral victories.
• Nitish Kumar's Chief Minister Women's Employment Scheme, which transferred ₹10,000 to 25 lakh women, significantly influenced Bihar elections.
• Assam has launched Chief Minister Atmanirbhar Asom Abhiyan 2.0, providing ₹2 lakh to ₹5 lakh for self-employment to youth.
• The scheme targets youth aged 28-45, requiring minimum Class 10 pass, valid employment exchange registration, and no prior loan defaults.
• The objective is to foster entrepreneurship, create employment, and make youth job creators in sectors like agriculture, horticulture, and services.

Why It Matters: Himanta Biswa Sarma is following Nitish Kumar's model of direct benefit schemes to win elections and empower youth.