Assam's new Chief Minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta assured minorities, including those affected by the Assam Accord, that they had nothing to fear under his leadership, emphasizing peace and unity. In other news, Pakistan's Prime Minister announced the impending lifting of martial law, though no date was specified. The Indian government further liberalized industrial licensing, extending delicensing to MRTP and FERA companies. Additionally, restrictions were placed on followers of Acharya Rajneesh entering India.