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Soren Slams BJP's Assam Poll Claims, Says People's Court Will Decide

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has expressed confidence in the people's verdict for the Assam assembly elections, dismissing the BJP's claims of a sweeping NDA victory. He criticized the incumbent "double-engine" government's performance on basic amenities like housing, water, and roads, particularly for tea garden laborers. Soren also commented on allegations concerning Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife, stating it is a matter for investigation. Polling for Assam's 126 seats is scheduled for April 9, with results on May 4.

Key Points: Hemant Soren Dismisses BJP's Assam Win Claims

  • Soren dismisses BJP's victory claims
  • Criticizes Assam's "double-engine" government
  • Questions basic amenities for tea garden workers
  • Calls for investigation into passport allegations
  • Asserts ground reality will decide outcome
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Jharkhand CM Soren dismisses BJP's win claims, says 'people will decide' in Assam Polls

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren rejects BJP's victory projections for Assam polls, criticizes "double-engine" govt and questions basic amenities.

"Our parameter is the court of the people. - Hemant Soren"

Guwahati, April 7

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Tuesday exuded confidence in the people's verdict in the ongoing state elections, dismissing the Bharatiya Janata Party's claims of a sweeping victory for the National Democratic Alliance.

Speaking to reporters, Soren said that the ground reality would determine the outcome of the polls. "Look, I have fought the election, so definitely people are on the ground. And all these things, you will get to know better from the ground only, as to which side the result will be, how it will be. We have done as much work as we had to," he stated.

Responding to the BJP's predictions that the NDA could secure a number of seats, Soren rejected their claims, asserting that the party relied on manipulative tactics to make projections. "Well, steal votes, commit robbery in votes, manipulate votes, manipulate voters... they have many parameters for making claims. Our parameter is the court of the people," he said.

On allegations surrounding the wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma holding multiple passports, Soren maintained that it was a matter for investigation. "Now, does a criminal ever admit his crime? This is a matter of investigation... those who investigate will tell," he added.

On Thursday, CM Soren criticised the "double-engine government" in Assam and questioned, "What was the condition of the labourers in the tea gardens?"

Addressing people in Golaghat, he criticised the "double-engine" government over the basic amenities provided to the people.

"We went to village after village here. The Prime Minister talked about providing pucca houses to everyone, but how many people actually received pucca houses?... What was the condition of the labourers in the tea gardens? What was the state of electricity, water, roads, and hospitals?... And here, there was a double-engine government..."

The polling for all 126 Assembly constituencies in Assam will be held in a single phase on April 9, while the counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.

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

- ANI

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Sarah B
Interesting to see a Jharkhand CM campaigning in Assam. While his points about development are important, the allegations about vote manipulation are serious and need to be backed by evidence, not just rhetoric.
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Vikram M
The "double-engine" slogan sounds good, but what is the actual engine power? Soren asking about basic amenities hits the nail on the head. Roads, water, hospitals - this is what voting should be about, not just political drama. 👍
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Priya S
As someone from Assam, I appreciate that he's talking about tea garden workers. Their condition is often ignored. But ultimately, it's for us Assamese to decide who has worked for us. The vote is our voice.
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Rohit P
All parties make tall claims before elections. BJP says they will win, opposition says they will win. Bas ab result ka intezaar hai! Hope the elected government actually delivers on the promises this time.
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Michael C
The comment about multiple passports is a serious allegation. If true, it needs a proper investigation. Throwing such charges without proof just before polls, however, feels like political mudslinging. Focus on issues, not personal attacks.

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