Archive · 12 Dec 2025
Himanta Sarma on Muslim Voters in Assam
Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Chief Minister of Assam, spoke at an event called Agenda Aaj Tak 2025.
He said that Muslim voters in Assam appreciate his work and would even donate a kidney if he needed it, but they would never vote for him.
He explained that people in Assam vote based on their beliefs and ideas, not just because of government schemes or money.
Sarma also talked about the growing Muslim population in Assam, warning that if it exceeds 50%, the indigenous Assamese population could be at risk.
He mentioned that the Muslim population is currently around 38% and is expected to rise to 40% by 2027.
Despite his strong words, Sarma said he has good relations with the Miya Muslim community and women in the state.
Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that Muslim voters in Assam appreciate his work but would never vote for him.
He claimed that people in Assam vote based on their beliefs and ideas, not just government schemes or financial incentives.
Sarma warned of a potential 'demographic invasion' in Assam, stating that the indigenous Assamese population could be 'wiped out' if the Muslim population exceeds 50%.
He cited statistical projections indicating that the Muslim population, estimated at 38% in 2021, could rise to 40% by 2027.
Despite his remarks, Sarma maintained that he has good relations with the Miya Muslim community and women in the state.
- Who
- Himanta Biswa Sarma, Assam Chief Minister
- What
- Remarks on Muslim voters and demographic concerns in Assam
- When
- During Agenda Aaj Tak 2025 event
- Where
- Assam, India
- Why
- Discussing voting patterns and demographic changes in the state
- Speaker
- Himanta Biswa Sarma, Assam Chief Minister
- Event
- Agenda Aaj Tak 2025
- Community Mentioned
- Miya Musalmans
- Muslim Population in 2021
- 38%
- Projected Muslim Population in 2027
- 40%
- Decadal Growth Rate
- 4-5% since 1961