Akhil Gogoi Launches Jatiya Jagaran Yatra, Vowing NRC-Based Evictions in Assam
The statewide march signals Raijor Dal's bid to rally opposition to the BJP in 2026.
Overview
- The campaign opened at Rang Ghar in Sivasagar with an oath to safeguard Assamese identity before a march from Upper to Lower Assam aimed at reaching every panchayat.
- Gogoi said all foreigners would be evicted on the basis of the NRC, describing it as a permanent solution to the foreigners’ issue.
- He cast the drive as the first step to defeat the BJP in 2026 and warned that parties refusing opposition unity would be effectively supporting the ruling party.
- The platform seeks Scheduled Tribe recognition for six communities, with plans to also pursue ST status for Kalita, Nath‑Jogi and Modahi to bolster indigenous rights.
- He demanded Sixth Schedule and Article 371‑style safeguards for land and resources and pledged 100% irrigation, village‑level industries, fair crop prices and local job creation.