Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday outlined the BJP’s election outreach strategy, confirmed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Guwahati, and reiterated his criticism of the University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM), while speaking to the media at a BJP programme in the city.
The remarks were made on the sidelines of the flag-off of the BJP’s video vans in Guwahati, part of a statewide feedback drive ahead of the Assembly elections.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said BJP video vans will gather public feedback across Guwahati and Assam ahead of elections. He confirmed PM Narendra Modi’s Guwahati visit next month to inaugurate the Guwahati–North Guwahati bridge, flag off 100 electric buses, and address a major rally at Khanapara.
BJP Outreach Begins from Guwahati
Flagging off the video vans in Guwahati, the Chief Minister said the initiative would be rolled out about six weeks before elections to capture citizen feedback. According to him, the exercise aims to include voices from sportspersons, cultural figures, professionals, and intellectuals, with Guwahati serving as the launch pad for the campaign.
Party leaders said the vans will traverse markets, residential pockets, and public spaces across the city to record suggestions for the BJP’s election manifesto.
PM Modi’s Guwahati Visit Confirmed
Sarma confirmed that PM Modi will visit Guwahati on the 14th of next month. During the visit, the Prime Minister will:
- Inaugurate the Guwahati–North Guwahati bridge, a key connectivity project
- Hand over 100 electric buses provided by the Centre to the Assam government
- Address a large, election-focused rally at Khanapara
The rally is expected to draw booth-level workers and party officials from across Assam, with Guwahati as the central venue.
Khanapara Rally and City Focus
Calling the Khanapara event “election-centric,” Sarma said Guwahati’s role as Assam’s political and administrative hub makes it a natural focal point for statewide mobilisation. The rally is expected to highlight urban governance, connectivity, transport, and jobs, issues central to Guwahati’s electorate.
USTM Remarks Reiterated
On the USTM issue, the Chief Minister repeated his criticism of the institution, warning students and parents to exercise caution. He claimed that multiple cases related to alleged irregularities were pending and said authorities were examining them. The CM urged families in Guwahati and across Assam to verify credentials before choosing institutions.
(Officials have not announced any fresh action at the time of this statement.)
Why This Matters for Guwahati
- Election Strategy: The city is the launch point for the BJP’s tech-enabled outreach.
- Infrastructure: The bridge inauguration and e-buses directly affect daily commuters.
- Political Mobilisation: Khanapara rally positions Guwahati at the centre of the campaign narrative.
What Happens Next
- Video vans begin citywide feedback collection
- Preparations intensify for PM Modi’s Guwahati visit
- Further political responses expected on the USTM row
Frequently Asked Questions
When will PM Modi visit Guwahati?
He is scheduled to visit on the 14th of next month.
What is the purpose of the BJP video vans?
To collect public feedback and suggestions for the party’s election manifesto across Guwahati and Assam.
