Political Turmoil in Samaguri: By-Election Unrest in Assam

The Election Commission has reassigned police officers in Assam's Nagaon district due to violence ahead of the Samaguri by-election. The BJP accuses Dhubri MP Rakibul Hussain of inciting unrest. Allegations involve gunfire and stone-pelting between BJP and Congress supporters. Both parties remain locked in a fierce contest over the seat.

In response to escalating violence in Assam's Nagaon district, the Election Commission has swiftly reassigned two key police officers. Amidst a backdrop of political contention, the Samaguri Assembly constituency is set for its by-election this week.

Tensions have boiled over, with the BJP accusing Dhubri MP Rakibul Hussain, a key Congress figure, of inciting unrest. Allegations include stone-pelting and gunfire, painting a volatile picture of confrontations between BJP and Congress supporters.

As both parties, BJP and Congress, dig in their heels for a heated battle over this electorally significant constituency, the stakes rise, with each incident intensifying the political fervor in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)