The Assam Cabinet has approved the draft of the Polygamy Prohibition Bill, proposing up to seven years of imprisonment for individuals entering into multiple marriages. The bill, set to be tabled in the state assembly on June 25, aims to make polygamy a criminal offense. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that offenders would face arrest without immediate bail. The legislation also includes the creation of a special fund to support women affected by polygamy, ensuring they do not suffer financially or socially. However, the law will not apply to tribal communities in Sixth Schedule areas such as BTC, Karbi Anglong, and Dima Hasao, where customary laws prevail. Political analysts view the move as a significant milestone for the Sarma government ahead of the 2026 state elections.