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Assam has launched its largest-ever eviction drive in Dhubri to clear land for a massive thermal power project. The operation spans 3,500 bighas, with heavy police and machinery deployed. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma defended the move, calling it necessary to protect local land rights. The opposition has criticized the drive, accusing the government of targeting vulnerable communities.

Key Points: Assam Launches Massive Eviction Drive in Dhubri for Power Project

  • Over 3,500 bighas cleared for Assam's ₹40,000 crore thermal project
  • Hundreds of JCBs and police deployed for eviction
  • CM Sarma defends drive targeting "illegal Bangladeshis"
  • Opposition accused of politicizing the eviction campaign
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Massive eviction drive begins in Dhubri Assam

Assam's largest eviction drive clears 3,500 bighas in Dhubri for a ₹40,000 crore thermal power project amid heavy security.

"No outsider should be allowed to enter Bodoland. – CM Himanta Biswa Sarma"

Dhubri, July 8

A massive eviction drive, described as the largest in Assam's history, began this morning in the Bilasipara subdivision of Dhubri district. The operation is being carried out across Bilasipara East, Chirakuta Charuwabakhra, and Santoshpur areas.

The eviction is underway with the deployment of hundreds of JCB machines and heavy police security. According to officials, the majority of residents had already vacated the area within the deadline earlier issued by the administration, relocating along with their households and belongings.

The drive is being conducted over approximately 3,500 bighas of land, earmarked for the construction of a thermal power project estimated to cost ₹40,000 crore.

This large-scale project is expected to play a transformative role in Assam's energy infrastructure. Authorities have stated that the land clearance is essential for the implementation of this high-investment power project, and that due process was followed in informing and preparing residents ahead of the operation.

Interacting with media in Kokrajhar, Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Monday, had said, "Some people from Karimganj, Dhubri, Chappar, and Silchar are going and settling in Lakhimpur. They have been evicted to protect the freedom and land rights of the local people of Lakhimpur."

The Chief Minister had also accused opposition leaders of politicising the issue. "Now they are doing politics in the name of this girl to provide security to Bangladeshis. Their objective is to stop the BJP's eviction campaign, but the BJP has gone ahead with it," he added.

CM Sarma emphasised that the campaign will continue in other parts of the state, including Dhubri. "It will happen tomorrow in Dhubri's Chappar. No outsider should be allowed to enter Bodoland," he declared. CM Sarma strongly defended the ongoing eviction drive in parts of the state, reiterating the government's commitment to removing what he termed as "illegal Bangladeshis".

- ANI

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Priya S
While development is important, I hope proper rehabilitation was done for the affected families. We can't ignore human suffering in the name of progress.
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Arjun K
The CM is right - protecting local land rights is crucial. But the government should be transparent about the rehabilitation process. Where will these people go now?
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Sarah B
As an outsider, I'm concerned about the humanitarian aspect. 3,500 bighas is massive - were all these people really illegal settlers? Need more balanced reporting on this.
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Vikram M
Assam needs this power project badly! Our state has suffered from electricity shortages for decades. Sometimes tough decisions are needed for long-term benefits.
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Kavya N
The timing seems suspicious - right before elections. Why wasn't this done earlier if it was purely about development? 🤔
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Michael C
The scale of this operation is concerning. 3500 bighas with hundreds of JCBs sounds more like a military operation than a civil administration action.
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