Guwahati: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge will unveil the party’s manifesto for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections on March 29 in Lakhimpur, party leaders said on Saturday.
Addressing a press conference, Congress general secretary Jitendra Singh said the manifesto has been prepared after months of consultations and outreach across the state.
“The document reflects extensive engagement with people from different sections of society. Our leaders and workers travelled across Assam to gather inputs,” Singh said, adding that Kharge will also address a public rally during his visit to Lakhimpur.
Taking aim at the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, Singh alleged that an atmosphere of fear prevails in the state. He claimed that even critical social media posts invite police action and accused the government of targeting media outlets that report on corruption.
He also criticised Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, alleging that he was more focused on attacking the Congress than addressing governance issues. Singh further claimed that internal differences persist within the BJP and alleged that senior leaders, including former Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, have been sidelined.
Expressing confidence ahead of the polls, Singh said the Congress-led opposition was well-positioned to return to power in Assam.
Elections to the 126-member Assam Assembly will be held in a single phase on April 9, with counting scheduled for May 4. The Congress has been out of power in the state since 2016.