Doomdooma: As over 2.49 crore voters set to cast their ballots across Assam on Thursday, voices from Kakopathar in Tinsukia district highlighted grassroots demands for better agriculture support, education and rural development.
“We want a government that takes care of farmers and villagers by providing quality education, jobs, business and agricultural opportunities, and a better healthcare system,” said Dhanjit Moran at a polling station in Kakopathar.
Polling began at 7 a.m. across all 126 constituencies, with brisk turnout and long queues reported at several booths.
Kakopathar, located in Tinsukia district, is noted for its deep-rooted indigenous traditions and agrarian economy. The area, associated with indigenous communities, is marked by extensive paddy cultivation, which remains a key source of livelihood for residents.
The election, with 722 candidates in the fray, is widely seen as a contest between the BJP-led alliance and the Congress-led opposition.
Security has been tightened across the state to ensure smooth polling, which will continue till 6 p.m.
Counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.