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Priyanka Gandhi Focuses on Assam Ticket Distribution, BJP Confident of Record Win

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has arrived in Assam to personally gather feedback for candidate ticket distribution ahead of the state assembly elections. She stated the party's screening committee is visiting every district to assess the situation and ensure strong electoral contestation. Meanwhile, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed supreme confidence in a BJP victory under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. Sarma highlighted a recently approved Rs 18,000 crore underwater tunnel project as an "unimaginable gift" from the Prime Minister to the state.

Key Points: Priyanka Gandhi on Assam Polls, BJP's Confidence Under Modi

  • Congress screening committee visits all districts
  • Alliance talks are 'wait and watch'
  • Priyanka Gandhi offers prayers at Kamakhya Temple
  • BJP CM credits Modi for Rs 18,000 cr underwater tunnel
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"Efforts to distribute tickets well, contest elections strongly": Priyanka Gandhi ahead of Assam assembly polls

Congress's Priyanka Gandhi details ticket distribution efforts in Assam, while CM Himanta Sarma credits PM Modi for development projects ahead of state elections.

"Efforts to distribute tickets well, contest elections strongly": Priyanka Gandhi ahead of Assam assembly polls
"Our efforts are to distribute the tickets well and contest the elections strongly. - Priyanka Gandhi Vadra"

Guwahati, February 19

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday shed light on the party's political campaign in Assam ahead of the state assembly elections, stating that she would personally be meeting people to take suggestions and ensure effective distribution of tickets.

The Congress MP, who arrived in the city earlier in the day, reflected on the ticket distribution process and said that the members of the screening committee have been visiting every district in the state.

"I am meeting everyone and taking their suggestions and feedback. That is what we will do for two days, trying to meet as many people individually as we can. Members of the screening committee have been going to every district. They will take feedback and then assess it. Our efforts are to distribute the tickets well and contest the elections strongly," Gandhi told reporters here.

When asked about the alliance talks for the state assembly elections, the Congress MP asked to "wait and watch what happens".

Earlier, Priyanka Gandhi and Gaurav Gogoi offered prayers at the Maa Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati.

"I sought the blessings of Maa Kamakhya, and I am feeling very good after offering prayers at the temple," she said.

Meanwhile, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma earlier expressed confidence in Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) victory in poll-bound state, asserting that no one can act as a barrier to restrict the party's win under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Addressing the BJP's 'Booth Vijay Sankalp Sabha' in Guwahati, Himanta Biswa Sarma hailed PM Modi for his development initiatives in the state, particularly highlighting the recently approved underwater tunnel in the Brahmaputra River connecting Gohpur and Numaligarh. He termed it as "an unimaginable gift to Assam".

"This time we will win, by making a record. What we want was given by the Prime Minister to Assam. Today, the Prime Minister has given us such a highway where the aircraft can land. Yesterday, the Union Cabinet met, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi allocated Rs 18,000 crore to construct an underwater tunnel in the Brahmaputra River connecting Gohpur and Numaligarh. What we can't imagine, the Prime Minister has given an unimaginable gift to Assam," the Chief Minister said.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Interesting to see the contrast. On one side, you have personal meetings and temple visits for blessings. On the other, the CM is talking about massive infrastructure projects like an underwater tunnel. Voters will have to decide what matters more to them - grassroots connection or tangible development.
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Rohit P
Rs 18,000 crore for an underwater tunnel! That's huge for Assam's connectivity. If BJP is delivering projects of this scale, it's a strong point in their favour. Congress needs to counter with a concrete vision, not just "wait and watch" on alliances. 🙏
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Priya S
Offering prayers at Kamakhya Temple shows she respects local culture, which is important. But ticket distribution is the real test. Congress has a history of giving tickets to the wrong people and losing winnable seats. Hope they learn this time.
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Vikram M
"Wait and watch" is not a strategy. The election is coming! BJP sounds very confident with their development narrative. Congress needs a clear, united front and a strong local face, not just relying on national leaders flying in.
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Michael C
The focus on infrastructure like the Brahmaputra tunnel is impressive and addresses a long-term need. While personal outreach is valuable, ultimately, governance is about delivering such large-scale projects that benefit the economy and people's daily lives.

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