In Assam’s Mankachar, BJP’s infiltrator rhetoric causes hurt amidst geographical isolation, joblessness, and trouble with neighbouring Meghalaya
The Hindu·1h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Mankachar in Assam's South Salmara district faces geographical isolation, poor infrastructure, and unemployment despite 95% Muslim population. Residents identify as indigenous Muslims registered in 1951. The region, accessible only through Meghalaya or boat, struggles with halted trade due to communal tensions. Residents express hurt over BJP's anti-Muslim rhetoric while facing lack of roads, healthcare, and jobs. Three candidates—AGP's Zabed Islam, Congress's Mohibur Rohman, and AIUDF's Abdul Salam Shah—contest the consolidated seat.
Key Entities
MankacharSouth Salmara-Mankachar districtAssamBJPAIUDFCongressAGPZabed IslamMohibur RohmanAbdul Salam ShahKhilonjia MuslimsMeghalaya2023 delimitation exercise