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"Remove BJP" Call Unites Opposition Ahead of Crucial Assam Assembly Polls

AIUDF President Badruddin Ajmal has called for all non-BJP parties to unite with the explicit goal of removing the ruling party in the upcoming Assam assembly elections. He welcomed the Election Commission's schedule announcement but stressed the need for impartiality, especially in regions not governed by the BJP. The EC has announced polls for Assam, West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry, with counting set for May 4. The Model Code of Conduct is now in effect across all these poll-bound states and union territories.

Key Points: Assam Polls: AIUDF Chief Ajmal Calls for Opposition Unity Against BJP

  • Call for opposition unity against BJP
  • Demand for free & fair elections
  • EC announces poll schedule for 5 regions
  • Model Code of Conduct in effect
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"We want to remove the BJP": AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal calls for opposition unity ahead of Assam polls

AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal urges non-BJP parties to unite for Assam elections, demanding a free and fair electoral process from the EC.

"We want to remove the BJP. I urge all non-BJP parties to join together and try to remove the BJP. - Badruddin Ajmal"

Hojai, March 16

All India United Democratic Front President Maulana Badruddin Ajmal urged the opposition parties to unite after Election Commision of India announced the schedule for Assembly elections in Assam while urging the commission to ensure that the electoral process remain free, fair and impartial particularly in regions not governed by Bharatiya Janata Party.

Speaking to ANI here on the schedule announced by the poll body, the AIUDF chief said his party supports the decision but stressed the need for neutrality in the conduct of elections. "Our party welcomes this announcement... The Election Commission must ensure that wherever there is no BJP government, elections are held in a free and fair manner. Governance should be strengthened, there should be no favouritism towards anyone," Ajmal said.

He further emphasised that the democratic process should treat all political parties equally during the election period. "Our point is that there should be no discrimination against any party," he said.

Ajmal also called on opposition parties to come together to challenge the ruling party. "We want to remove the BJP. I urge all non-BJP parties to join together and try to remove the BJP," he said.

The Election Commission on Sunday announced the schedule for Assembly elections in West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Assam, along with the Union Territory of Puducherry. Polling in West Bengal will take place in two phases on April 23 and April 29, while Kerala, Assam and Puducherry will vote in a single phase on April 9. Tamil Nadu will go to the polls on April 23. Counting of votes for all five regions will be conducted on May 4.

The election schedule announced by the poll body will cover a total of 824 Assembly constituencies across the five regions, with an estimated electorate of about 17.4 crore voters. Nearly 2.19 lakh polling stations will be set up, and around 25 lakh personnel will be deployed for the conduct of the elections.

Following the announcement of the schedule, the Model Code of Conduct came into immediate effect in all poll-bound states and Union Territories.

The elections come as the terms of the existing assemblies approach their end between different dates starting from May 7 in West Bengal, May 10 in Tamil Nadu, May 20 in Assam, May 23 in Kerala, and June 15 in Puducherry.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
It's good he's stressing free and fair elections. The EC must be absolutely impartial, no matter which party is in power. That's the foundation of our democracy. Let's hope for a peaceful and fair poll process in Assam. 🙏
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Arjun K
The BJP government in Assam has done good work on many fronts, especially in infrastructure. Why would we want to remove a performing government? This call for unity seems more about power than people's welfare.
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Sarah B
As an observer, the focus should be on the EC ensuring a level playing field. His comment about "regions not governed by BJP" is interesting. Does he imply the EC is biased? That's a serious allegation that needs proof, not just rhetoric.
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Vikram M
Alliance politics in Assam is very complex with many regional sentiments. Simply saying "remove BJP" won't work. Congress, AIUDF, and others have to agree on a common minimum program that addresses all communities. Big challenge!
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Nisha Z
Finally! A strong voice calling for opposition unity. For too long, the opposition has been divided, letting the ruling party walk away with everything. Time for a change. Hope they can actually come together this time. 🤞

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