Assam political tensions rise amid election commission allegations

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is facing political pressure following allegations of irregularities in the revision of electoral rolls. The youth-led Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing concerns over voter rights and electoral fairness.

Opposition groups, including the Congress party, have also questioned the Election Commission’s handling of the process. While the Commission has defended its procedures against claims of political bias, the BJP has announced a series of peaceful rallies across district headquarters from October 13 to 31. These rallies aim to counter opposition campaigns and defend constitutional institutions.