Guwahati, May 11 -- Assam Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said implementation of the party's manifesto would be the "aim" of the new government after taking oath on May 12.

Talking to reporters, Sarma said, "After taking the oath, we will hold the first Cabinet meeting. Implementing our manifesto will be our aim."

He also said Prime Minister Narendra Modi was expected to arrive in Guwahati later in the night to attend the ceremony, which would be attended by several dignitaries and party workers.

"The PM will arrive in Guwahati tonight. At 11 am tomorrow, the new government of Assam will take oath. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, BJP President Nitin Nabin and CMs of NDA-ruled states...