Guwahati, Assam: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed a massive rally in Guwahati, focusing on the ongoing Assam Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise conducted by the Election Commission of India. Modi highlighted that the SIR is designed to identify and exclude “infiltrators” from the electoral process, warning that certain individuals, whom he called “deshdrohis” (traitors), are attempting to protect illegal entries. The Prime Minister stressed that this initiative is vital for safeguarding electoral integrity and maintaining transparent and credible elections in Assam.
Taking a direct dig at the Opposition, PM Modi accused the Congress of neglecting Assam and the Northeast for decades. “I am correcting the mistakes of the Congress, which ignored Assam and the region for decades,” he stated, emphasizing the central government’s commitment to regional development and fair governance. Modi underscored that the SIR exercise is part of a broader effort to ensure accurate voter lists and prevent manipulation that could threaten democratic participation.
Modi further urged citizens to actively support the Special Intensive Revision in Assam and warned that attempts to tamper with voter rolls would not be tolerated. He emphasized that protecting the electoral system from infiltrators is crucial for safeguarding the rights of legitimate voters and reinforcing democracy in the state. His remarks highlight the central government’s proactive measures to maintain transparency and accountability in the electoral process.
The Prime Minister’s statements come amid rising political tension in Assam ahead of upcoming elections. Observers note that his comments are likely to influence debates on voter verification, infiltrator detection, and the role of political parties in ensuring electoral integrity. By focusing on transparency, regional security, and the importance of the Assam Special Intensive Revision, Modi reinforced the government’s dedication to protecting democratic processes while criticizing the Opposition’s past failures in the Northeast.
