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BJP's Assam Manifesto Built on 3 Lakh Public Suggestions, Says Sonowal

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal stated that the BJP's Assam election manifesto was created based on over 3 lakh suggestions collected from the public through a house-to-house campaign. He expressed confidence that the BJP-led alliance is close to securing 100 seats in the upcoming polls. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted that women and Gen Z voters are at the forefront of the current electoral momentum. The single-phase polling for all 126 assembly constituencies will be held on April 9, with the BJP aiming for a third consecutive term.

Key Points: BJP's Assam Sankalp Patra Based on Public Suggestions: Sonowal

  • BJP collected public suggestions house-to-house
  • Over 3 lakh suggestions received for manifesto
  • Alliance close to 100 seats, claims Sonowal
  • CM Sarma says women, Gen Z leading election momentum
  • Polling for 126 seats on April 9
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"People's suggestions helped us create the manifesto...": Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal says BJP collected over 3 lakh suggestions house-to-house in Assam to create its manifesto for the assembly elections.

"People's suggestions helped us create the manifesto...": Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal
"It is the people's suggestions ultimately that have helped us to create this historic document. - Sarbananda Sonowal"

Guwahati, March 31

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Tuesday said that the Bhartiya Janata Party went house to house in Assam to know people's suggestions during the preparations of the Sankalp Patra, before the document was made.

"The background of the preparation of the 'Sankalp Patra' - we went to the people in all parts of Assam. We went house to house and collected people's suggestions regarding what to do in the next term. So, it is the people's suggestions ultimately that have helped us to create this historic document. On the basis of this document and the suggestions of the people of Assam, we will work in the third term. More than 3 lakh people have given their suggestions. It is people's democracy," he said.

He further added, "I have been repeatedly saying that we are close to 100 with our allies."

The Assam Assembly elections are witnessing intense political activity, with major parties campaigning vigorously to secure a mandate from the voters.

Earlier on March 28, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma asserted that women and Gen Z voters are at the forefront of the electoral momentum.

Speaking to ANI on Friday, CM Sarma said, "You will find women at public meetings and youth at rallies. There is tremendous enthusiasm among them. This election is being fought by Gen Z and women, and we are going to see a great result.

"Highlighting his recent campaign trail, the Chief Minister said he addressed rallies in Dhakuakhana and Lakhimpur, constituencies that were closely contested in the previous election. "Last time, we were tense till the final count in these seats. But now, they have turned into A+ seats. With the work done by our government and major initiatives by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, people are set to vote one-sidedly for the BJP-AGP-BPF alliance," he stated.

The polling for all 126 Assembly constituencies 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.

The BJP government, led by CM 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
Collecting 3 lakh suggestions sounds impressive, but the real test is implementation. We've seen many manifestos before. Actions speak louder than words. Let's see what actually gets done for women's safety and youth employment.
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Rohit P
As a young voter from Guwahati, I appreciate the focus on Gen Z. But we need concrete plans for digital infrastructure and startup opportunities in the state, not just rally speeches.
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Meera T
Good to see women being recognized as a key voting bloc. Our issues - from safety to economic participation - must be at the center of this 'people's manifesto'. Hope they deliver.
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Suresh O
The confidence about winning 100 seats shows the ground reality. Development work in Assam under this government is visible. Roads, bridges, and peace have improved. People will vote for continuity.
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David E
Interesting to follow Indian state elections. The scale of outreach - 3 lakh suggestions - is massive. A good case study in grassroots political engagement.
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Kavitha C
I hope the suggestions from regular people like us about flood management and preserving Assamese culture were actually heard and included. That is the true test of this 'people's democracy'.

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