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Akhil Gogoi has made a bold promise to expel all foreign infiltrators from Assam if his Raijor Dal party comes to power in the 2026 assembly elections. He criticized the current BJP government for failing to protect indigenous communities while practicing divisive politics along religious lines. The Sivasagar MLA also demanded Scheduled Tribe status for six indigenous groups and constitutional protection for Assam's land and resources. Gogoi outlined an economic vision focusing on local job creation, agricultural development, and tourism while promising harmony among all communities.

Key Points: Akhil Gogoi Pledges to Expel All Foreigners From Assam If Elected

  • Vows to deport illegal immigrants as top priority if Raijor Dal gains power
  • Demands ST status for six indigenous communities including Ahom and Koch Rajbongshi
  • Slams BJP government for dividing society along religious lines
  • Promises constitutional land protection like Nagaland to prevent outsider exploitation
  • Pushes for local job creation and thrice-yearly farming through irrigation
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Will expel all foreigners from Assam if our party comes to power: Akhil Gogoi

Raijor Dal chief Akhil Gogoi vows to deport illegal immigrants and protect indigenous rights if his party wins 2026 Assam assembly elections, slamming BJP's divisive politics.

"As a proud Assamese and a proud Ahom, I pledge that all foreign infiltrators living on Assamese soil will be evicted - Akhil Gogoi"

Guwahati, Aug 19

Sivasagar MLA and Raijor Dal chief in Assam, Akhil Gogoi, announced that the illegal immigrants will be deported from the state if the opposition comes to power in the upcoming assembly polls.

He told reporters, “We have decided to kickstart our campaign for safeguarding the interests of Assamese people, and the illegal infiltrators will be thrown out of Assam if Raijor Dal comes to power in the state in the next assembly election. This will be our top priority if we become a part of the next government.” Gogoi said his party’s campaign was aimed not just at seeking votes but at protecting the rights and identity of Assam’s indigenous communities.

“Since Independence, Assam has been deprived of its rightful benefits. Even today, the poor survive on meagre pensions - Rs 250 for the elderly, Rs 300 for widows, and Rs 1,250 under the Arunodoi scheme. We want change, and we will bring it,” Gogoi declared. He asserted that if Raijor Dal comes to power in 2026, the government would take a strong stand on illegal migration and indigenous rights.

“As a proud Assamese and a proud Ahom, I pledge that all foreign infiltrators living on Assamese soil will be evicted,” he said. Slamming the BJP-led government, Gogoi alleged it had failed to protect indigenous communities. “The BJP claims to safeguard Assamese people but thrives on dividing society in the name of Hindus and Muslims.

“If the government is sincere, it should grant Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to six indigenous groups - Moran, Ahom, Chutia, Koch Rajbongshi, Adivasi, Kalita, Nath and Madahi. Only then will our people get their due benefits, and outsiders will be prevented from exploiting Assam,” he argued, while also calling for amendments to the sixth clause of the Assam Accord.

Gogoi demanded legal safeguards for land and resources, drawing a parallel with Nagaland. “Just as no outsider can purchase land there, Assam’s land must be constitutionally protected. Oil, coal and other resources should belong to the people of Assam, not be handed to outside companies,” he said.

Outlining his party’s economic agenda, Gogoi promised irrigation facilities to enable farmers to cultivate thrice a year, fair prices for crops, and the creation of small and semi-industrial near tea gardens to generate local jobs. “This will stop our youths and women from migrating to Bangalore or other cities. We want Assamese enterprises to thrive, not foreign corporates,” he stressed.

Tourism, he said, would be developed as a key sector to showcase Assam’s culture and heritage. Promising harmony, Gogoi added: “If we form the government, Hindus, Muslims, Assamese and all communities will live peacefully together - unlike the BJP, which does politics of division in the name of religion.”

- IANS

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Priya S
While I understand the concern about illegal immigration, we need practical solutions that don't create social unrest. Deportation drives often affect genuine citizens too. Hope there's a humane approach.
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Rohit P
The economic proposals make sense - local jobs, better farming, and tourism. That's what Assam really needs instead of constant political drama. Youth migration is a real problem here.
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in Assam's development sector, I appreciate the focus on local empowerment. But the rhetoric about "throwing out foreigners" sounds concerning. Hope the implementation is constitutional.
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Vikram M
BJP has failed Assam completely! They promised protection but only divided people. At least Gogoi is talking about all communities living together peacefully. Need change in 2026!
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Michael C
Interesting to see regional parties taking strong stands on immigration. The land protection laws like in Nagaland could be a model worth considering for preserving local cultures across India.
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Nisha Z
The pension amounts he mentioned are shocking! ₹250 for elderly? This is 2024. Economic development should be the real focus, not just political promises. Hope he delivers on these economic plans.

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