Guwahati: In a touching incident that has struck an emotional chord across Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday lauded the rare gesture of solidarity shown by a humble cart puller from Nalbari.
At a time when stories of self-interest dominate headlines, the act of prioritizing another’s wellbeing over one’s own has emerged as a powerful reminder of humanity’s enduring strength.
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“At a time when everyone thinks of their own interest, this humble man from Nalbari met me to seek help for his friend, a fellow cart puller who had suffered injuries. Needless to say, we have extended our support to the affected but this bond of friendship really moved me,” the chief minister wrote on X, highlighting the man’s extraordinary compassion.
The injured cart puller, whose livelihood depends on daily physical labor, is now receiving government support for treatment and rehabilitation. Officials confirmed that the chief minister’s office acted immediately to ensure medical and financial assistance.
Observers note that such human-interest stories resonate deeply in Assam, where traditional values of brotherhood and empathy remain central to community life.
The CM’s post has since gone viral, drawing praise for both the cart puller’s selflessness and the government’s swift intervention.