Addressing the issue of illegal immigration, Sarma noted that infiltrators typically enter Assam and West Bengal before moving on to Jharkhand, Bihar, and Chhattisgarh.
Digital Desk: Assam Chief Minister and BJP leader Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed serious concerns about demographic shifts in the state, particularly highlighting a significant increase in the Muslim population.
Sarma emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, "The changing demographic landscape is a crucial concern for me. The Muslim population in Assam has risen to 40% today, up from 12% in 1951. We have lost control of many districts. This is not just a political issue for me; it is a matter of survival."
Addressing the issue of illegal immigration, Sarma noted that infiltrators typically enter Assam and West Bengal before moving on to Jharkhand, Bihar, and Chhattisgarh. He referred to a directive from the Jharkhand High Court to the state government, instructing the detection and deportation of illegal immigrants. Sarma underscored that this responsibility falls squarely on state governments rather than the Central government.
"In Assam, I deal with this issue daily. If state governments are failing to fulfill their duties and expect Delhi to step in, then they should resign. We are prepared to shoulder this responsibility," he asserted, urging other states to take decisive measures against illegal immigration.
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