Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has recently stirred controversy with his anti-Muslim remarks.
In a speech, Sarma said that Assam must learn from Israel on how to survive when surrounded by enemies, as reported by PTI.
Sarma has been a vocal figure in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), a party with a history of polarising rhetoric, and has faced criticism for his anti-Muslim statements.
In the past, Sarma has made several remarks that have been widely condemned for targeting the Muslim community. His speeches often highlight issues related to Muslim population growth, migration, and alleged demographic changes in Assam, which have drawn sharp reactions from various quarters.
Critics argue that his statements fuel division and promote an exclusionary narrative that alienates a significant portion of the state’s population.
