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Fadnavis Praises Assam's Transformation Under Modi and Himanta Sarma

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, campaigning in Dibrugarh, declared Assam is now unstoppable due to its transformation under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. He drew historical and cultural parallels between Maharashtra and Assam, referencing figures like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Lachit Borphukan. Fadnavis highlighted a linguistic similarity, noting both regions use 'Ai' as an affectionate term for mother. His comments come ahead of the single-phase Assam assembly elections scheduled for April 9.

Key Points: Fadnavis: Assam Unstoppable Under Modi & Himanta Sarma

  • Fadnavis praises Assam's development
  • Draws cultural link with Maharashtra
  • Credits PM Modi and CM Sarma
  • Asserts Assam is now unstoppable
  • Mentions historic figures Shivaji and Lachit
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"The way Himanta Sarma transformed this state, nothing can stop Assam now": Maharashtra CM Fadnavis in Dibrugarh

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis lauds Assam's development, drawing cultural parallels and crediting PM Modi and CM Himanta Biswa Sarma.

"given the transformative manner in which PM Modi has reshaped Assam, and the way Hemanta Da has transformed this state, nothing can stop Assam now. - Devendra Fadnavis"

Dibrugarh, April 1

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis praised Assam's development under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, saying the state is now unstoppable.

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.

Addressing the public meeting in Dibrugarh, the Maharashtra CM said, "I hail from the land of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who fought against the Mughals and established 'Swarajya' (self-rule). Similarly, Lachit Borphukan fought against the Mughals right here in Assam and reclaimed his dominion over this land. I firmly believe this: I come from the West, and this is the East. Over there stands the Gateway of India, and here, where I have arrived, stands the Gateway of Northeast India."

He highlighted Assam's historic legacy and compared the region's progress to his home state of Maharashtra, stating that with the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Himanta Biswa Sarma, Assam will continue to move forward and prosper.

He drew a cultural connection with Assam, saying the people here, like those in his home state, affectionately call their mother 'Ai'.

"There is a striking similarity between you and us: just as you affectionately address your mother as 'Ai' here, we, too, address our mother as 'Ai' back home. Thus, I have come amongst you today, bringing with me the maternal affection of 'Ai', a true maternal affection, not the 'Mamata' of Bengal. You might be tempted to think of that 'Mamata', but there is absolutely no genuine affection within that Mamata," he said.

"However, my sole purpose in coming here today is to state this: given the transformative manner in which PM Modi has reshaped Assam, and the way Hemanta Da has transformed this state, nothing can stop Assam now. From this point forward, Assam will only march ahead onward and upward," Maharashtra CM further said.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate the praise, this feels like a political rally speech right before elections. The work should speak for itself, no? The 'Ai' connection was a nice cultural touch though.
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Rohit P
As someone from Dibrugarh, I can say infrastructure has improved. Roads are better, law and order feels stronger. Hope this momentum continues regardless of who wins the election. The focus should remain on development.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the pan-India narrative being built, connecting historical figures from Maharashtra and Assam. It promotes a sense of shared national heritage. The Gateway of India to Gateway of Northeast analogy was quite poetic.
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Vikram M
The unnecessary dig at Mamata Banerjee was completely uncalled for and disrespectful. We can praise one leader without putting another down, especially a sitting CM. That part left a bad taste. Let's keep politics dignified.
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Karthik V
True progress is when the common man feels it. Inflation is still high, job creation is a concern. Speeches are good, but we need sustainable results on education and healthcare. Hope the "unstoppable" Assam includes every section of society.

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