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BJP's Ashok Singhal Claims Congress "Decimated" Ahead of Assam Polls

BJP candidate and minister Ashok Singhal claims the Congress party has been "decimated" across Assam due to poor leadership and candidate selection. He expressed confidence that the BJP-led NDA will secure a massive mandate in the upcoming elections. Meanwhile, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge announced five guarantees for Assam, including cash transfers to women and health coverage. The state will vote on April 9 in a contest where the BJP seeks a third term against a Congress-led opposition.

Key Points: Assam Polls: BJP Confident of Massive Mandate, Congress Decimated

  • BJP confident of massive mandate
  • Congress announces five guarantees
  • Polls for 126 seats on April 9
  • BJP seeks third consecutive term
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"Congress is decimated...": BJP's Dhekiajuli candidate Ashok Singhal ahead of Assam Assembly polls

BJP candidate Ashok Singhal asserts Congress is decimated in Assam due to weak leadership. Congress counters with five guarantees for voters ahead of April 9 polls.

"Congress is decimated. Throughout Assam, Congress has been decimated because of poor leadership and poor selection of candidates. - Ashok Singhal"

Sonitpur, March 30

Ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, BJP candidate from Dhekiajuli and state minister Ashok Singhal on Monday asserted that the Congress party has been "decimated" across the state.

He expressed confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its allies will secure a massive mandate.

The state is set to go to the polls in a single phase across all 126 Assembly constituencies on April 9, with the counting of votes scheduled for May 4.

Speaking to ANI, Singhal said that Dhekiajuli has remained a stronghold of the Bharatiya Janata Party over the past decade, with the party's vote share consistently rising in successive elections.

"For the last 10 years, this constituency has been the bastion of the BJP. Every election, the number of votes is increasing. This year, we also think that there will be a considerable increase in margin," he said.

Targeting the Congress, Singhal alleged weak leadership and poor candidate selection as key reasons behind its declining position in the state.

"Congress is decimated. Throughout Assam, Congress has been decimated because of poor leadership and poor selection of candidates. They don't have any issue, and that is why I feel that there will be a massive mandate in support of the BJP and the NDA," he added.

Meanwhile, a day earlier, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge announced five guarantees in Assam, including Key promises such as monthly cash transfers to women, Rs 50,000 for women entrepreneurs, cashless health coverage, and justice for Zubeen Garg's case.

"I'm announcing five guarantees. The first guarantee is an unconditional monthly cash transfer to every woman's bank account. Additionally, we'll provide women with an amount of Rs 50,000 to start or expand their businesses. The second guarantee is that we'll guarantee cashless health coverage of Rs 25 to every family. The third guarantee is that we'll deliver justice in the case of the late famous singer Zubeen Garg within 100 days. We've ensured justice within one hundred days..." said Kharge while addressing a public meeting in Nowboicha, Assam.

Assam will witness a fight between the incumbent BJP-led NDA government and Congress for the 126-seat assembly.

The BJP government, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, will look to secure a third consecutive term, while the Congress aims to defeat the ruling party to return to power.

- ANI

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Priya S
It's sad to see a major national party like Congress in such a state. A strong opposition is healthy for democracy. Their new guarantees for women are promising, but will people trust them to deliver? The BJP's organizational strength is unmatched right now.
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Harsh A
As a voter from the Northeast, I appreciate the stability the BJP-NDA government has brought. The Congress's decline isn't just in Assam; it's a national phenomenon due to weak leadership. Promises like cash transfers feel like a desperate attempt to buy votes. 🤔
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the focus on women voters with specific financial guarantees. That's a smart political move by Congress. However, the BJP's confidence suggests they have a strong connect at the grassroots. The real test will be on polling day!
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Rohit P
Singhal is right about the candidate selection. Congress often gives tickets based on dynasty, not merit. In Assam, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma is a very effective administrator. It's hard to see Congress making a comeback here. The momentum is with BJP.
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Kavya N
While the BJP is likely to win, I hope they don't become complacent. A massive mandate comes with massive responsibility. We need continued focus on flood management, job creation, and preserving Assam's beautiful culture. Jai Ai Asom! 🙏
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