Assam visit: PM Modi meets tea garden workers, warns against Congress ahead of elections

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 1 visited a tea garden in Dibrugarh, Assam, where he interacted with workers, plucked tea leaves, and took selfies, calling the experience “memorable.” The visit came ahead of his scheduled public rallies in the poll-bound state.

Engaging with tea garden workers, many of them women, Modi acknowledged their contribution to Assam’s economy. The outreach is being seen as an attempt to connect with tea garden communities, a significant voter group in the state ahead of the assembly elections.

Later in the day, addressing a rally, Modi launched a sharp attack on the Indian National Congress, warning voters to “be aware” of the party. He alleged that Congress is planning to introduce a “dangerous law” in Assam if voted to power.

The Prime Minister did not elaborate on the specifics of the proposed law but framed the claim as part of a broader political warning during the campaign. His remarks come amid intensifying exchanges between the BJP and Congress in the run-up to the state elections.

Modi also expressed confidence that the BJP-led alliance would return to power, asserting that the party is set to secure another victory in Assam.

His speech included criticism of Congress leadership and its past governance record, continuing a trend of sharp political messaging in recent rallies.

The visit and subsequent rally highlight the BJP’s dual campaign strategy in Assam—combining symbolic grassroots outreach, such as interactions with tea workers, with strong political messaging targeting the opposition as the state heads toward elections.