Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday unveiled the BJP’s manifesto for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, promising protection of land, heritage and dignity of indigenous communities, along with a massive ₹5 lakh crore infrastructure investment.
The party’s ‘Sankalp Patra’ outlines 31 key promises, including measures to reclaim encroached land, implement a Uniform Civil Code, and boost employment opportunities for the youth while accelerating the state’s overall development.
Sitharaman said the manifesto builds on what she described as a “decade of transformation” under BJP rule, contrasting it with the Congress’ tenure. She alleged that previous governments lacked a long-term vision for the development of the Northeast.
Highlighting the BJP’s governance record, she claimed that the state has witnessed significant growth and stability, which has encouraged many young Assamese professionals to return from abroad in search of new opportunities.
The Union minister also said that peace and stability in Assam have improved under BJP leadership, adding that development is possible only in a secure environment. Referring to the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), she stated that the law, which was in force for decades, has now been removed from most areas due to improved conditions.
The manifesto launch event was attended by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Union ministers Sarbananda Sonowal and Pabitra Margherita, state BJP president Dilip Saikia, and other senior party leaders.
Elections to the 126-member Assam Assembly are scheduled for April 9, with counting of votes set for May 4.
