BJP's Election Strategy in Assam Focuses on Pakistan Narrative
In BJP’s Assam poll narrative, Pakistan is the protagonist, ‘anti-national’ a leitmotif
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In the lead-up to the 2026 elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Assam is emphasizing a narrative that links opposition candidates to Pakistan and 'anti-national' sentiments. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has targeted Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) candidates, alleging ties to controversial figures, while the AJP counters these claims as baseless. This marks a shift in the electoral discourse as Pakistan emerges as a focal point.
- 01BJP's campaign in Assam centers around allegations of opposition ties to Pakistan.
- 02Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has accused AJP candidates of 'anti-national' affiliations.
- 03Opposition leader Gaurav Gogoi faces scrutiny over a past visit to Pakistan.
- 04The BJP invokes historical figures like Syed Muhammad Saadulla to bolster its narrative.
- 05The election campaign reflects a broader strategy of linking opponents to national security concerns.
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As Assam approaches the 2026 elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is intensifying its focus on Pakistan as part of its campaign narrative. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has criticized Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) chief Lurinjyoti Gogoi for fielding a candidate, Kunki Chowdhury, associated with 'anti-national' elements, including Sharjeel Imam, who has been jailed for his alleged role in the 2020 Delhi riots. Sarma's accusations extend to Gogoi himself, questioning his past visit to Pakistan and alleging undisclosed financial connections. Gogoi dismisses these claims as unfounded and indicative of Sarma's weakness on national security issues. The BJP's narrative also invokes historical figures like Syed Muhammad Saadulla, linking them to infiltration and conspiracies against Assam’s integrity. This strategy marks a notable shift in Assam's electoral discourse, with Pakistan emerging as a key theme in the BJP's campaign.
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The BJP's focus on national security and ties to Pakistan may influence voter sentiment in Assam, potentially affecting the electoral outcomes for the AJP and Congress.
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