BJP in Assam

Assam Lok Sabha polls: Decline in women candidates but female voters outnumber men

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Assam Lok Sabha polls: Decline in women candidates but female voters outnumber men

Despite Assam having more women voters, only 12 female candidates are contesting the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, down from the previous count of 14. These 12 women candidates are competing in seven out of the 14 Lok Sabha constituencies in the State. Also read | 105-year-old Assam woman honoured for inspiring voters Assam has a … Read more

One lakh diyas lit in Assam’s Golaghat to welcome PM Modi

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One lakh diyas lit in Assam’s Golaghat to welcome PM Modi

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Assam, the people of Bokakhat in Golaghat district on March 7 evening lighted 1 lakh diyas (earthen lamps) to welcome the Prime Minister. Assam Agriculture Minister and local MLA Atul Bora, State Forest Minister Chandramohan Patowary, and Tourism Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah also attended the programme. Prime … Read more