Assam

Assam is a northeastern Indian state with a diverse population of around 9 million Bengali-speaking Muslims. Recent news articles highlight the state's controversial electoral roll revisions, which may exclude Muslims disproportionately, and the BJP's efforts to woo voters with a mix of xenophobic anti-Muslim policies and financial aid schemes. The state is set to hold legislative assembly elections, which will test support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his right-wing Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The controversy surrounding Assam's electoral rolls and Hindu nationalist policies has sparked outrage among Muslims and other communities, raising concerns about the future of democracy in India. The recent AI-generated video of Assam CM Sarma shooting Muslims has caused widespread outrage, highlighting the growing tensions between Hindus and minorities in the state.