Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Diplu Ranjan Sarma criticized the Congress, stating that the party’s influence in Assam has significantly diminished and is now limited to specific areas. Sarma emphasized that the Congress has lost public trust due to its failure to offer a credible governance model. He highlighted the shift in voter focus towards performance and delivery rather than political rhetoric.
Sarma, addressing concerns about his candidacy, refuted claims of being an “outsider” by highlighting his 25-year residency in Guwahati. He questioned the Opposition’s labeling and compared his situation to prominent Congress leaders who contested from different regions. Sarma underlined the need for planned urban development, improved infrastructure, and solutions to issues like traffic congestion and flooding in Guwahati.
Focusing on the BJP’s development agenda, Sarma outlined priorities such as employment generation, enhanced healthcare, and better education facilities if elected. He noted that stability and progress are crucial for the people of Guwahati, areas where the BJP aims to deliver. Sarma’s victory in the Samaguri Assembly by-election in 2024 solidified his position as a significant political figure in Assam’s electoral landscape.
