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Assam CM Defends Voter List Revision as Fight Against Illegal Infiltration

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has stated that the Special Revision of electoral rolls is a response to public concern over illegal infiltration and demographic pressure, not an action targeting any specific community. He emphasized that the move aims to protect the identity, culture, and resources of indigenous Assamese people from the threat of illegal immigration. Sarma accused the opposition Congress of ignoring these concerns and politicizing the issue, thereby losing public confidence. He reiterated that the government's actions are strictly legal and constitutional, focused on ensuring accurate voter lists and safeguarding the rights of indigenous citizens.

Key Points: Assam CM: Electoral Roll Revision Targets Illegal Infiltration

  • Revision addresses public anxiety over illegal immigration
  • Action is to protect indigenous identity and resources
  • Process is within constitutional and legal framework
  • Opposition accused of politicizing the issue
  • Aim is to ensure integrity of electoral rolls
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SIR aimed at curbing illegal infiltration: Assam CM

Assam CM Himanta Sarma says Special Revision of voter lists aims to curb illegal immigration, protect indigenous identity, not target communities.

"Our fight is not against any community but against illegality. Assam will not surrender its identity. - Himanta Biswa Sarma"

Guwahati, Jan 27

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday responded strongly to the ongoing debate surrounding the Special Revision of electoral rolls in the state, asserting that the government's actions are driven by public concern over illegal infiltration and mounting demographic pressure, and not by any intent to target a particular community.

Reacting to criticism from the Congress and other opposition parties, the Chief Minister said there is widespread anxiety among the people of Assam over illegal immigration, which, he warned, poses a serious threat to the identity, culture and limited resources of indigenous Assamese communities.

He stressed that the resistance seen across the state is not directed against any religious or linguistic group but against illegal Bangladeshi infiltration.

"The people of Assam are united in protecting their land, culture and future. This is not a conflict between religions. It is a clear divide between indigenous Assamese citizens and illegal infiltrators," Sarma said, adding that Assamese people, irrespective of their faith, stand together on this issue.

The Chief Minister underlined that the state government would not compromise on Assam's identity and would continue to act firmly, strictly within the framework of the Constitution and the law.

He said safeguarding the rights and dignity of indigenous people remains a top priority of his government. Sarma also dismissed claims made by Congress leaders regarding electoral victories, saying such assertions lack credibility.

He accused the Congress of consistently ignoring the genuine concerns of the people of Assam, particularly on the sensitive issue of illegal immigration, which, he said, has led to the party steadily losing public confidence in the state.

The Chief Minister said the Special Revision of voter lists is a legally mandated exercise aimed at ensuring the integrity of the electoral process. He added that accurate and updated electoral rolls are essential for free and fair elections and for preserving democratic values.

According to the government, the revision process seeks to remove genuine discrepancies while protecting the rights of eligible Indian citizens. Sarma reiterated that the issue has been deliberately politicised by the opposition to create confusion and fear.

"Our fight is not against any community but against illegality. Assam will not surrender its identity," he said.

Concluding his remarks, Sarma said that both as the Chief Minister and as an Assamese, he would continue to stand firm in defence of the state's interests.

He reaffirmed his commitment to protecting Assam's identity and ensuring justice, dignity and security for its people, while urging citizens to remain united against illegal infiltration and misinformation.

- IANS

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Priya S
While protecting identity is important, I hope the process is carried out with utmost care and sensitivity. No genuine Indian citizen should feel targeted or harassed. The implementation matters more than the rhetoric.
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Rohit P
The Congress has no moral ground to talk about Assam. For decades they turned a blind eye to this issue for vote bank politics. At least now there is a government trying to secure our borders and future.
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Sarah B
As an outsider living in Guwahati, I can see the local anxiety. It's a complex issue. Ensuring electoral integrity is fundamental, but it must be done within the constitutional framework, as the CM says.
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Karthik V
The line between fighting illegality and targeting a community is very thin. The government must provide transparent data on how many *genuine* discrepancies are found and corrected. Actions should speak louder than words.
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Meera T
Jai Axom! Our land, our identity. This is not about religion, it's about legality. Every state has the right to protect its indigenous people. Why is this so hard for some political parties to understand?

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