Guwahati, Dec 29 (PTI) Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Friday hailed the peace agreement with the ULFA pro-talks faction as "historic and a moment of socio-economic optimism for Assam."

"Peace with ULFA reaffirms 'Modi Ki Guarantee' for a resurgent, peaceful, and vibrant Assam," said the minister of ports, shipping, waterways, and ayush in Dibrugarh.

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He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's dynamic leadership for the signing of the historic agreement with ULFA, which marks a new beginning for the people of Assam.

Sonowal expressed gratitude to Union Home Minister Amit Shah for his relentless efforts in steering the peace process to its logical conclusion.

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The agreement not only brings closure to a longstanding issue but also provides an opportunity for Assam to explore new avenues and actively contribute to nation-building, he said.

"Driven by the philosophy of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas,' the Northeast along with the rest of the country is confidently surging ahead towards a new era of economic growth and social equality, consolidating our march towards an Atmanirbhar Bharat by 2047," added Sonowal.

Earlier in the day, a tripartite memorandum of settlement was signed between the ULFA (Pro-talks), central and state governments in New Delhi.

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