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UPPL Chief Pramod Boro Commits to BTC Development Ahead of Assam Polls

United People's Party Liberal (UPPL) President Pramod Boro has reaffirmed his party's commitment to the holistic development and socio-economic upliftment of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) region ahead of the Assam Assembly elections. The party has released its first list of candidates for 15 constituencies, with Boro himself contesting from the Tamulpur seat. The elections in Assam are scheduled for a single phase on April 9, as announced by the Election Commission of India. The counting of votes for Assam and several other states will be held on May 4.

Key Points: UPPL's Pramod Boro on BTC Development & Assam Election Candidates

  • UPPL to contest 15 Assam seats
  • Boro to run from Tamulpur constituency
  • Focus on rights & upliftment of 26 BTC communities
  • First candidate list released for April 9 polls
  • Party part of ruling NDA alliance
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'Committed to holistic development of BTC region,' says UPPL chief Pramod Boro ahead of assembly polls

UPPL President Pramod Boro outlines party's commitment to BTC region's development and releases candidate list for 15 Assam Assembly constituencies.

"The UPPL has always been committed to the overall development of the region - Pramod Boro"

Baksa, March 18

Ahead of Assembly polls, United People's Party Liberal President Pramod Boro reaffirmed its commitment to the holistic development, rights protection, and socio-economic upliftment of the 26 BTC communities.

Boro will contest the upcoming Assam Assembly election from the 43 No. Tamulpur (ST) constituency.

On Tuesday, Boro told reporters that the party will field candidates in 15 constituencies, including himself, following public aspirations.

"In the upcoming Assembly elections, the UPPL will field candidates in a total of 15 constituencies. I will contest the elections following the party's directive and the aspirations of the people. The UPPL has always been committed to the overall development of the region and will continue this effort in the coming days. The party remains dedicated to ensuring the holistic development, protection of rights, and socio-economic upliftment of the 26 communities of the BTC region," he said.

The party has released the first list of candidates for the upcoming assembly elections scheduled to be held on April 9.

Boro, who was recently elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha as a National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate, will represent the party in the Tamulpur seat in the upcoming polls.

According to an official notification issued by the party, Aninda Basumatary will contest from 1 No. Gossaigaon constituency, while Raju Kumar Narzary has been nominated from 2 No. Dotma (ST) constituency. Lawrence Islary will contest the No. 3 Kokrajhar (ST) constituency.

The party has also nominated Nerswn Boro from the 45 No. Bhergaon constituency, Dipen Boro from the 46 No. Udalguri (ST) constituency, and Kamalsingh Narzary from 20 No. Bijni constituency.

The candidate list was formally issued by UPPL General Secretary (Administration) Raju Kumar Narzary.

In an official notification, the party said that, as empowered by the Central Working Committee and recommended by the Core Committee, the candidates have been approved for the stated constituencies for the ensuing 16th Assam Assembly elections.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Sunday announced the schedule for Assembly elections in four states-- Assam, West Bengal, Kerala and Tamil Nadu - along with the Union Territory of Puducherry.

According to the schedule, Assam and Kerala will vote in a single phase on April 9, and polling in West Bengal will be conducted in two phases on April 23 and April 29, while Tamil Nadu will go to the polls on April 23. Voting in Puducherry will also take place on April 9. The counting of votes for all four states and Puducherry will be held on May 4, the ECI announced.

The terms of the current assemblies are set to end on different dates: May 20 in Assam, May 7 in West Bengal, May 10 in Tamil Nadu, May 23 in Kerala, and June 15 in Puducherry.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
Holistic development is a nice slogan, but what's the concrete plan? We need details on how they'll improve healthcare and education specifically. The candidate list seems balanced, which is a positive step. 🤞
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Aman W
Pramod Boro becoming an MP and now contesting MLA polls... feels like political musical chairs. Hope he doesn't neglect his Rajya Sabha duties for the state election campaign. The region needs full-time attention.
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Sarah B
Interesting to follow Assam politics from abroad. The focus on 26 distinct communities is crucial for inclusive growth. Hope the election is peaceful and the outcome brings stability and progress to the BTC area.
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Karthik V
As someone from the Northeast, I appreciate the article highlighting local parties and candidates. UPPL's performance in the BTC council will be the real test. Promises before elections are common, delivery afterwards is rare.
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Meera T
Socio-economic upliftment for all communities is the need of the hour. But will they address the issues of women and youth specifically? Job creation and safety are my top concerns. Let's see their manifesto.

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