Doomdooma: The youth of Doomdooma constituency, on Thursday, turned out in large numbers to cast their votes in the Assam Assembly elections.
They signalled a push for a forward-looking “next generation” government focused on comprehensive development of the state.
Dipali Kumari, a 25-year-old voter, said: “I voted for a government that will truly support the next generation and bring full-scale development to Assam, better education, jobs, and opportunities for all.”
Many echoed her sentiment. Madalasa Vairaginee, a graduate from Doomdooma College, highlighted women’s issues: “Women empowerment is a major concern across the state. We need policies that not only reform outdated mindsets but also empower women through quality modern education, safety and security measures, assured employment opportunities, and equal access to growth in every sector.”
First-time voters, especially young women, showed enthusiasm at polling stations, including Polling Station 83 at the Beesakopie Division Labour Club in the sprawling Beesakopie Tea Estate, one of Asia’s largest, despite heavy overnight rain in parts of upper Assam.
Voting remained brisk even after 6:30 pm, with turnout reaching around 85 percent at this key booth in Doomdooma, Tinsukia district.
Young voters also expressed sorrow over the passing of legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, who died on September 19, 2025, in a drowning incident while swimming in the sea off Singapore’s Lazarus Island during a cultural event.
Rupali, a first-time voter, said emotionally: “Our artists are the soul of Assam’s culture. The new government must ensure their safety and deliver justice in the case of our beloved Zubeen Da so that such tragedies never recur.”
Another young voter proposed innovative reforms: “The government should introduce a secure mobile voting app using advanced digital technology to make the democratic process more accessible and convenient for the youth.”
Polling in Doomdooma reflected broader trends across Assam, where Gen Z and millennial voters are prioritising candidates’ integrity, development records, education, and job creation over traditional party loyalty. Issues like employment, women’s safety, and cultural preservation dominated conversations among the youth.
With polling concluding peacefully under tight security provided by the Central Armed Police Forces and Assam Police, the vibrant festival of democracy in the state came to a close.
Votes from all 126 constituencies, including the contest between BJP’s Rupesh Gowala and INC’s Durga Bhumij in Doomdooma, will be counted on May 4, 2026.