Amit Shah's Strong Stance on Infiltration and Development in Assam
Union Home Minister Amit Shah delivered a powerful election speech in Dibrugarh, Assam, on Friday, January 30, 2026, outlining the Bharatiya Janata Party's dual focus on security and economic development for the state. Addressing a public gathering, Shah made a firm commitment regarding the contentious issue of alleged infiltration, which has long been a central theme in Assam's political discourse.
Security Promise: Systematic Removal of Infiltrators
Amit Shah declared that if the BJP returns to power in Assam for a third consecutive term, the state government would undertake a meticulous operation to identify and remove individuals classified as infiltrators. "We will search them out one by one and ensure they are removed from Assam," Shah stated emphatically, reinforcing the party's hardline stance on immigration issues that have shaped electoral battles in the northeastern state.
This pledge comes amid ongoing debates about voter roll revisions and demographic changes in Assam, with the BJP positioning itself as the guardian of indigenous rights and cultural preservation. Shah's remarks signal the party's intention to maintain its security-focused agenda while seeking another mandate from Assamese voters.
Economic Vision: Transforming Assam's Tea Industry
Beyond security concerns, Shah extensively highlighted the economic opportunities that would emerge from the India-European Union trade agreement. He specifically emphasized how Assam's iconic tea industry stands to benefit tremendously from this international pact. "The tea grown in Assam's gardens will reach European breakfast tables with zero tariffs across all 27 EU member countries," Shah explained, painting a picture of expanded market access for the state's primary agricultural product.
The Home Minister credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for what he described as a "miracle" achievement that opens "a road for our tea to reach from Paris to Berlin." Shah particularly noted that Dibrugarh, as a major tea production hub, would receive the "biggest benefit" from this trade arrangement, potentially revitalizing the local economy and creating new employment opportunities in the sector.
Dibrugarh's Transformation and Infrastructure Push
Shah's visit to Dibrugarh served multiple purposes beyond election campaigning. He laid the foundation stone for a new building of the Assam Legislative Assembly in the Eastern Assam town, which the state government had previously announced would be developed into a "second capital." This symbolic gesture underscores the region's growing administrative importance within Assam's governance structure.
Additionally, Shah launched several development initiatives during his visit:
- An Institute of Wildlife Health and Research
- A comprehensive wetland restoration and rejuvenation project
These projects align with Shah's assertion that Assam remains a priority region for infrastructure development under the current central government. "Today, if there is infrastructure development, the first priority for us is Assam. Wildlife and environment projects, our first priority is Assam," he affirmed, listing railways, waterways, airports, and industrial development as areas receiving special attention.
Political Contrast: BJP's Record Versus Congress Legacy
Shah used the Dibrugarh platform to launch a sharp critique of the opposition Congress party and its leader Rahul Gandhi. Contrasting what he presented as the BJP's development-focused governance with what he characterized as Congress's neglect, Shah posed a direct challenge: "From Dibrugarh's stage, I want to ask Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, what did you give Assam? Bullets, bomb explosions, conflict, and the deaths of youths."
The Home Minister highlighted security improvements in the Northeast under BJP rule, noting that more than 20 peace agreements have been signed across the region since Narendra Modi became Prime Minister. "Ten-thousand youths have dropped their arms, and Assam and the Northeast have been made secure," Shah claimed, presenting the BJP's tenure as a period of stability and progress.
Shah further criticized Rahul Gandhi regarding a recent controversy involving a traditional Assamese gamusa (scarf) that Gandhi purportedly did not wear during a Republic Day event, suggesting this symbolized the Congress leader's disregard for regional cultural sensitivities.
The Union Home Minister's comprehensive address in Dibrugarh effectively wove together themes of security, economic opportunity, infrastructure development, and cultural respect, presenting the BJP as the party best positioned to address Assam's complex challenges while honoring its unique identity within the Indian federation.
