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Debabrata Saikia Urges Himanta Biswa Sarma to Implement Assam Accord

Debabrata Saikia congratulated Himanta Biswa Sarma on the BJP's victory and urged immediate action on key issues. He demanded implementation of the Assam Accord and deportation of illegal infiltrators. Saikia also called for granting ST status to six communities and restoring communal harmony. Additionally, he pushed for an automobile manufacturing hub to create jobs for Assam's youth.

Key Points: Assam Accord, Social Harmony: Saikia’s Demands to Sarma

  • Implementation of Assam Accord and deportation of infiltrators
  • Granting ST status to six indigenous communities
  • Restoration of communal harmony after election divisions
  • Establishment of an automobile manufacturing hub for youth employment
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Debabrata Saikia urges action on Assam Accord, social harmony by Sarma govt

Debabrata Saikia urges CM Himanta Biswa Sarma to implement Assam Accord, deport infiltrators, grant ST status, and restore social harmony.

"The election period had created an atmosphere of division and hatred among different communities, tribes and linguistic groups - Debabrata Saikia"

Guwahati, May 11

Former Leader of the Opposition in the Assam Legislative Assembly, Debabrata Saikia, on Monday congratulated Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma on the BJP's victory in the Assembly elections and urged him to take immediate steps on several key issues concerning the state, including the implementation of the Assam Accord and detection and deportation of all illegal infiltrators from the state.

In a letter addressed to Sarma, Saikia expressed hope that Assam would witness progress, sustainable development and a peaceful atmosphere during the new government's tenure under his leadership.

Saikia, a former MLA from Nazira and former Leader of Opposition, however, also drew the attention of the Chief Minister-designate to what he termed as several long-pending and sensitive matters requiring urgent intervention from the new government.

Among the major demands raised by the Congress leader was the implementation of the Assam Accord and the detection and deportation of all illegal infiltrators from the state.

He also sought speedy progress in granting Scheduled Tribe status to six indigenous communities of Assam.

Saikia further said that the election period had created an atmosphere of division and hatred among different communities, tribes and linguistic groups in the state.

He appealed to Sarma to take strong and effective measures to restore communal harmony and ensure that all sections of Assamese society work together for the development of the state.

The Congress leader also referred to the ongoing investigation into the death of popular singer Zubeen Garg and urged the government to extend all possible support and cooperation to the family in expediting the probe.

In another significant demand, Saikia called for the establishment of an automobile manufacturing hub in Assam, saying that such an initiative would fulfil the aspirations of the state's unemployed youth and create large-scale employment opportunities.

Saikia concluded the letter by wishing Sarma a successful tenure marked by public welfare, development and communal harmony in Assam.

- IANS

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Priya S
Finally someone talking about social harmony! The election rhetoric did create a lot of tension between communities. Saikia's call for restoring communal harmony is crucial for Assam's peace. But I wish he'd also mentioned women's safety and education—those are equally important for development.
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Vikram M
Automobile manufacturing hub? That's a pipe dream unless we fix power supply and infrastructure first. Saikia should focus on basics like flood control and rural roads before dreaming big. Still, credit to him for thinking about employment for Assamese youth.
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Ananya R
The Zubeen Garg case has been dragging for too long—glad Saikia raised it. The singer's family deserves closure. And the ST status for six communities is a long-pending demand that needs immediate action. Hope Sarma government doesn't just pay lip service to these issues.
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Rohit P
Saikia's letter is polite and constructive, but Congress needs to reflect why they lost. They talk about infiltration now but did nothing when in power. That said, Sarma should deliver on Assam Accord—it's the only way to ensure long-term peace and identity protection for indigenous people.
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Kavya N
Good to see the opposition making specific demands instead of just criticizing. The focus on employment and harmony is what Assam needs. But I wonder if the new government will listen—Sarma is known for his own agenda. Let's see if he prioritizes state interest over party politics.

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