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Assam Polls: Congress Leader Warns Against Outsiders Deciding State's Future

Congress leader Debabrata Saikia cast his vote and urged the people of Assam to vote for development and peace while cautioning against outsiders deciding the state's future. BJP candidate Pijush Hazarika countered by emphasizing his party's stance against illegal immigration from Bangladesh and predicting Congress's defeat. Polling is underway across the state with over 2.5 crore eligible voters deciding between the BJP-led NDA and the Congress-led alliance. The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4, which will determine the composition of the next government.

Key Points: Assam Elections: Congress, BJP Clash Over Development, Outsiders

  • Congress warns of outside voters influencing polls
  • BJP candidate emphasizes stance against illegal immigration
  • Polling underway for 126-member Assembly
  • Outcome to determine next state government
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Assam elections 2026: Congress' Debabrata Saikia casts vote, urges voters 'don't let outsiders decide state's future'

Assam Assembly elections see Congress' Debabrata Saikia warn against outsider influence, while BJP's Pijush Hazarika focuses on illegal immigration. Key quotes and analysis.

"s and analysis.QUOTE: I hope the people of Assam will not let outsiders decide the future of Assam. - Debabrata Saikia"

Sivasagar, April 9

Assam Legislative Assembly Leader of Opposition Debabrata Saikia cast his vote at a polling station in Simlaguri on Thursday, urging voters to prioritise development, peace, and the future of the state.

"I hope that the people of Assam will vote for development, peace, and the future of Assam, which they believe is currently not good," the Congress candidate from Nazira Constituency told ANI after exercising his franchise.

Raising concerns over alleged external influence, he added, "I heard a large number of people loaded in buses and trains are arriving in Assam, like they did in Karnataka, Bihar... I hope the people of Assam will not let outsiders decide the future of Assam."

Polling for the 126-member Assam Assembly began at 7 am, with voters turning out across constituencies amid tight security arrangements. The election is witnessing a contest between the ruling BJP-led NDA and the Congress-led alliance.

Earlier, Assam Minister and BJP candidate from Jagiroad constituency, Pijush Hazarika, cast his vote and emphasised the party's stance against illegal immigration. "We are in support of Assami Muslims. Those who have come from Bangladesh illegally, we are against them. I would like to request people of Assam to please come forward to vote for development. The people of Assam are against the Bangladeshis, invaders, and illegal migrants, and that is why Congress will not get votes. More people are going to resign from the Congress party," he said.

Hazarika also criticised Congress leader Pawan Khera over allegations regarding Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's family, calling the claims baseless. Meanwhile, actor Aimee Baruah expressed confidence in Hazarika's victory and a BJP return to power.

The state has over 2.5 crore eligible voters, and the outcome will determine the composition of the next government. Counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.

- ANI

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Arjun K
The issue of illegal immigration is a genuine concern for the identity and resources of Assam. Both sides are talking about it, but who has the concrete, humane solution? We need a government that protects our culture *and* ensures development for all legitimate residents. Jai Axom! 🇮🇳
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Rohit P
Hope people vote wisely. The last few years have seen better infrastructure in Assam. The BJP government has worked on connectivity and law & order. We should continue that momentum. The comment about people coming in buses sounds like a political tactic.
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Meera T
As a young voter from Guwahati, I'm tired of this same old debate every election. We want to hear about jobs, education for our youth, and protecting the environment from floods and erosion. Please, stop the blame game and tell us your plans for *these* issues.
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David E
Observing from outside, the language used by both major candidates seems quite charged. A state's future should be decided by its residents through informed debate on governance, not accusations about "outsiders." Hope the election is peaceful and fair.
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Suresh O
Congress is raising a valid point. There have been reports of voter movement in other state elections too. The EC must ensure complete transparency. The future of Assam should be in the hands of the sons and daughters of the soil. 🙏

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