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Himanta launches BJP campaign across Assam against Congress policies
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a series of BJP rallies to be held across the state from mid-October through the end of the month. The campaign aims to counter what the government describes as attempts to undermine democratic processes and oppose proposed changes to immigration-related policies.
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Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday announced plans for a statewide BJP rally campaign beginning October 13, extending through October 31. The mobilization represents the ruling party's response to what state officials characterize as opposition efforts to destabilize democratic institutions in the northeastern state.
Sarma stated that the proposed rallies would serve dual purposes: to resist what he termed "attempts to undermine democracy" and to counter opposition to the Citizenship (Amendment) Act and related immigration measures. The campaign will traverse multiple districts and constituencies across Assam, bringing the BJP's messaging directly to voters.
The announcement comes amid ongoing political tensions between the BJP-led government and the Congress party in Assam. The state has remained a focal point of national political discourse following the implementation of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, which sparked significant public debate when introduced.
State officials indicated that the rally schedule reflects the government's determination to maintain its policy position and mobilize grassroots support ahead of potential electoral contests. The campaign is expected to feature senior BJP leaders and focus on highlighting the government's development initiatives alongside its stance on citizenship and immigration matters.