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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has stirred controversy by highlighting concerns over the demographic shift in the state, asserting that the Muslim population has now risen to 40%. Sarma emphasized that this issue is not merely political but critical for the state's survival, citing a significant increase from 12% in 1951.
Sarma's remarks come amidst his ongoing discourse on demographic changes and their implications for Assam. He recently expressed worry over criminal activities linked to a specific religious group, following the Lok Sabha elections. The BJP leader's statements have sparked debate, with critics questioning the implications of such demographic assertions in a sensitive region like Assam.