India news: PM Modi to address election rallies in Assam

The electoral campaign in Assam is intensifying as the state prepares for voting this week. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to participate in three political events across the northeastern region on Monday, according to recent updates. DW provides the latest insights, with details on developments unfolding in India on Monday, April 6.

Key Political Moves

India’s election season is in full motion, with four states and a Union Territory set to hold polls in the upcoming weeks. Assam leads the schedule, with its electorate casting ballots on Thursday. Modi’s presence in the state marks his second visit this month to bolster BJP candidates, as he addresses rallies in Barpeta’s Bhabanipur-Sorbhog, central Assam’s Hojai, and Upper Assam’s Dibrugarh.

Opposition Activity

Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi launched a sharp critique of Assam’s Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in Biswanath on Sunday, branding him as the “most corrupt and hate-spreading Chief Minister” in the nation. This follows Modi’s recent campaign in West Bengal, where he accused the Trinamool Congress of “sins” and vowed to hold it accountable.

“In this election, fear will be driven out of Bengal. Confidence will awaken through the BJP’s grand victory. I assure you, after this election, a full accounting of their (TMC’s) sins will be done. It will be settled one by one,” Modi stated to the crowd.

Tamil Nadu Developments

In Tamil Nadu, where polls are on April 23, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party’s leader Vijay canceled his Monday rally in Chennai due to time constraints, as reported by ANI. The actor-turned-politician had planned to campaign in Villivakkam and T Nagar, but police’s allocated time between locations proved insufficient. TVK intends to file a complaint with the Election Commission over the issue.

Reporter’s Note

This is Dharvi Vaid Dhulia from DW’s Studio in New Delhi, offering a summary of India’s top headlines. A bright morning greeted the capital as residents transitioned from the Easter holiday to the workweek. Modi and Gandhi remained active, conducting rallies in key states despite the weekend’s non-stop political momentum. Meanwhile, in cricket news, Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Chennai Super Kings by 43 runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Stay tuned for more updates on what India is discussing today.