In a blistering attack on the Congress party, Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused them of betraying Assam by handing over its sacred soil to illegal infiltrators for political gains. Speaking at a massive rally in Assam, Modi painted a vivid picture of Congress’s alleged appeasement politics that he claimed endangered the state’s identity and security.
The Prime Minister didn’t hold back, declaring, ‘For the sake of votes, Congress handed Assam’s soil to infiltrators.’ He recounted how during Congress rule, illegal immigration surged unchecked, altering demographics and threatening indigenous communities. Modi highlighted his government’s firm stance, including the National Register of Citizens (NRC) and Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), as corrective measures.
Assam’s political landscape has long been tense over immigration issues. Modi’s speech comes amid ongoing border security efforts and development pushes in the Northeast. He promised continued protection for Assam’s culture and people, vowing no compromise on national security.
Crowds erupted in cheers as Modi contrasted his BJP’s development agenda with Congress’s ‘divisive’ past. Analysts see this as a strategic move ahead of key elections, reinforcing BJP’s narrative of strong leadership against historical missteps.
As Assam stands at a crossroads, Modi’s words resonate deeply, urging unity and vigilance. The Congress has yet to respond formally, but the debate over legacy and future is fiercer than ever.