Amit Shah Energizes BJP Campaign with Grand Roadshow in Guwahati
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On March 28 in Guwahati, Union Home Minister Amit Shah orchestrated a grand roadshow, ramping up the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) campaign for the imminent Assembly elections slated for April 9. The event commenced at the Arya Vidyapeeth Playground and traversed several key locations in the city, drawing an impressive crowd of supporters and party activists.
Enthusiastic attendees filled the streets as Home Minister Shah interacted with citizens during this vibrant campaign event, designed to elevate the party's standing in the region.
Post-roadshow, the Home Minister is set to convene with prominent party officials and leaders to evaluate campaign readiness and refine electoral strategies ahead of the pivotal elections.
As part of his two-day visit to the state, HM Shah will continue his campaign efforts on Sunday, including a public speech at the Dhekiajuli Tea Estate football ground in Sonitpur district, supporting Assam Minister Ashok Singhal.
Later, he will head to Tihu in the Nalbari district to rally support for senior Minister Chandramohan Patowary at an event at Chamata Higher Secondary School.
Additionally, HM Shah is expected to return to Assam on April 2 to further enhance the BJP's campaign initiatives, especially in the Barak Valley area. During this visit, he will participate in rallies backing Minister Krishnendu Paul in Sribhumi district and former MP Rajdeep Roy in Silchar.
The 126-member Assam Legislative Assembly is set for elections in a single phase on April 9, with vote counting scheduled for May 4.
At the same time, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is slated to visit Assam on April 1, where he will hold two significant election rallies as part of the BJP's electoral campaign.
Party officials indicate that the Prime Minister will first address a gathering in Bihpuria in the Lakhimpur district, followed by another public meeting in Gohpur. Both areas hold political significance, and the visit aims to invigorate party workers and strengthen voter backing in Upper Assam.