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Muslim population hits 40% in Assam, CM Sarma calls it "life and death" issue

  • Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma states Muslim population in Assam is now 40%, up from 12% in 1951
  • Sarma emphasizes demographic change as a critical issue beyond politics, calling it a matter of survival
  • Controversy arises over Sarma's remarks linking demographic shifts with electoral outcomes and communal dynamics

17 Jul 2024

Muslim population hits 40% in Assam, CM Sarma calls it

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.

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