Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stirred controversy by advising AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal to remarry soon, implying impending changes in marriage laws post Lok Sabha elections. Sarma's remarks, made during election campaigning, underline the BJP's stance on implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Assam. The UCC, a political plank for the BJP, aims for standardized laws across religions regarding marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption.
The Assam CM's statements come amidst Lok Sabha election campaigning, where BJP leaders are emphasizing the UCC issue. Sarma's warning to Ajmal, suggesting potential legal consequences for remarriage post-elections, adds a contentious dimension to the electoral discourse in Assam.