Thengal Kachari Autonomous Council
The Thengal Kachari Autonomous Council (TKAC) is an autonomous administrative council constituted under the Thengal Kachari Autonomous Council Act, 2005 (Assam Act No. XXXVIII of 2005). The Act received the assent of the Hon’ble Governor of Assam on 7 September 2005.
The Council has been established with the objective of promoting the social, economic, educational, ethnic and cultural advancement of the Thengal Kachari people residing within the designated Council areas and Satellite Areas, while ensuring the preservation and promotion of their rich cultural heritage, traditions and identity.
Council Area
The Thengal Kachari Autonomous Council covers designated areas and Satellite Areas across Jorhat, Dibrugarh, Dhemaji, Lakhimpur and Golaghat districts of Assam, comprising a total of 22 constituencies.
The Council functions through a General Council and an Executive Council, which are responsible for carrying out the administrative and developmental responsibilities entrusted to the Council under the Act.
Our Vision
The primary vision of the Thengal Kachari Autonomous Council is to provide maximum possible autonomy within the framework of the Constitution of India for the comprehensive development and welfare of the Thengal Kachari community.
The Council strives to create a society that is educated, economically self-reliant, socially empowered and culturally vibrant, while ensuring inclusive and sustainable development within its jurisdiction.
Key Areas of Development
Within its mandated powers and responsibilities, the Council works towards development and welfare in areas including:
Education and Skill Development
Social and Economic Development
Tribal Welfare and Community Development
Public Health and Welfare
Minor Irrigation
Cottage and Small Industries
Livelihood and Employment Generation
Youth and Women Empowerment
Promotion of Art, Culture and Literature
Preservation of Traditional Heritage and Identity
Rural Infrastructure and Community Development
Our Commitment
The Thengal Kachari Autonomous Council is committed to transparent, inclusive and people-centric governance. Through effective implementation of developmental programmes, preservation of cultural heritage and active participation of the people, the Council seeks to build a progressive, empowered and self-reliant Thengal Kachari community.
Empowering Communities • Preserving Heritage • Promoting Sustainable Development
Thengal Kachari Autonomous Council (TKAC)
Jorhat, Assam
OUR IMPACT
COMMUNITY-LED INITIATIVES FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
1. COMMUNITY OUTREACH
(Initial Dialogue)
We initiate grassroots dialogue with local village elders and youth groups to understand specific social, cultural, and economic needs.
2. NEEDS ASSESSMENT
(Field Evaluation)
Our team conducts ground surveys to evaluate key areas: • Mapping local resources and traditional knowledge. • Identifying education and livelihood gaps. • Assessing infrastructure and health support required.
3. PROGRAM PLANNING
(Strategic Design)
We collaborate with indigenous leaders to structure sustainable development initiatives, ensuring full preservation of cultural heritage and autonomy.
4. LOCAL EXECUTION
(Empowerment)
Programs are implemented directly by local coordinators, fostering self-reliance, capacity building, and long-term socio-economic growth.
Our Constituencies
List of Members of Thengal Kachari Autonomous Council
Nagabat Constituency
Borholla Constituency
Madhapur Constituency
Phulbari Constituency
Dhingia Constituency
Titabar Constituency
Samoguri Constituency
Baruajan Constituency
Jalukonibari Constituency
Tamulbari Constituency
Thengal Komargaon Constituency
Gelabil Constituency
Kachomari Constituency
Chawdang Pathar Constituency
Chawdang Pathar Doyang Constituency
Bongalmora Constituency
Pavo Laluk Constituency
Lakhimpur East Constituency
Bihpuria South Constituency
Jokaipeluwa Harmoti Constituency
Rupahigopara Constituency
Naharkatia Constituency
