Guwahati, Oct 5 (IANS) Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) President Hagrama Mohilary was formally sworn in as the Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) on Sunday, marking his return to the helm of the autonomous body after a gap of five years.

The swearing-in ceremony, held at the Bodoland Secretariat Field in Kokrajhar district amid overcast skies and intermittent rain, also saw former minister Rihon Daimary taking oath as the Deputy CEM.

The BPF’s emphatic victory in the recently concluded BTC elections — securing 28 of the 40 seats — paved the way for Mohilary’s comeback.

The BTC governs the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), comprising the districts of Kokrajhar, Chirang, Baksa, and Udalguri.

The oath-taking event was attended by several prominent leader

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