Guwahati, March 30 (NationPress) Badruddin Ajmal, the leader of the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF), has launched a scathing critique of Himanta Biswa Sarma, predicting that the Chief Minister will face defeat in the forthcoming Assembly elections and will ultimately 'whimper' in response to the outcome.

Ajmal, who is running for the Binnakandi Assembly seat, condemned the Chief Minister for what he termed as the persistent targeting of minority communities and expressed optimism that his party will perform strongly in the polls set for April 9.

The AIUDF chief also mentioned that his current health issues have restricted his campaigning activities throughout the state, voicing regret over his inability to visit numerous constituencies.

In an interview with IANS, Ajmal stated, "We deeply regret this situation, and I certainly did not anticipate it. Consequently, we are very concerned about the candidates in all those places we are currently unable to visit. Had I been able to visit, my presence would have bolstered the candidates' morale, virtually guaranteeing their victory."

"The unfortunate reality of my inability to travel is that it may cause many of our supporters to feel disheartened. Nevertheless, they will put in the hard work, and, God willing, we will still emerge victorious," he added.

Focusing on the BJP-led state government, Ajmal asserted that its rhetoric has been divisive and aimed at specific societal sections.

"We have observed a disturbing trend in their rhetoric that they are specifically targeting a particular community. They are singling out the 'Miyas' -- treating them with utter contempt, insulting them, and humiliating them. We are protesting against this behaviour -- and we will continue to protest until the very end," he remarked.

He further emphasized that efforts to suppress dissent will only serve to strengthen the resolve of the minority community.

"They (the state government) are claiming that our protest will be brought to an end. On the contrary, the minority protest will gain even greater vitality! The more they try to suppress us, the stronger we will become," he declared.

In a pointed remark aimed at the Chief Minister, Ajmal noted, "The Chief Minister who is currently mocking 'Miyas', threatening to break necks and backs, this time, his back will be broken, not ours. Let him try his best to cling to power. But after the election, the very Chief Minister who is today mockingly addressing people, saying 'Miya, Miya', will tomorrow be the one whimpering 'Meow, meow' in defeat, just like a cat."

Detailing his party's agenda, Ajmal stated that significant issues impacting Assam will remain at the forefront of AIUDF's campaign.

"Whatever issues pertain to our state of Assam, first and foremost among them is the issue of education, regarding land deeds for our people, issues concerning our political representation, matters regarding healthcare, NRC and even the deep water projects. All these things constitute our core issues and need to be resolved," he asserted.

He also criticized the wider political conversation, claiming it is misaligned with the nation's developmental priorities.

"While the entire world is marching forward together in freedom, making immense progress and reaching new heights, here we are, merely engaging in petty squabbles, doing 'Miya, Miya'. It is a matter of shame; we should be thinking about how to take the country forward. The Chief Minister should understand that nothing is going to be achieved through this," he stated.

Regarding potential political alliances, Ajmal indicated that his party is open to collaborating closely with Asaduddin Owaisi in the elections.

"We will join forces with him; I will stand with him and contest the election alongside him. And, God willing, we have high hopes that his vision and strategy will prove beneficial to us," he concluded.

The approaching elections are anticipated to showcase intense competition, with various parties amplifying their efforts to rally support through prominent campaigners and focused outreach across Assam.

Polling for the 126-member Assembly is set to occur in a single phase on April 9, with counting scheduled for May 4.