Guwahati, 12th January: In the Dima Hasao district of Assam, the counting of votes for the 13th iteration of the North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council elections has commenced, ensuring strict security measures. Polling officials were dispatched to their respective stations in preparation for the election held on January 3, covering 22 out of 28 constituencies, with six candidates winning uncontested.
The Assam State Election Commission classified 100 out of 280 polling stations as ‘sensitive’ and 27 as ‘very sensitive,’ prompting heightened vigilance due to potential risks. The deployment of polling officials, including zonal magistrates, sector officials, presiding officials, and police personnel, was conducted in two phases to ensure a well-organized election process.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma actively campaigned for the elections, urging voter support for the BJP. He emphasized promises to enhance health facilities, improve connectivity, and transform the hill district into a tourist destination. Sarma also highlighted the government’s efforts in restoring train and road connectivity post-landslide in 2022 and during the COVID-19 pandemic, along with pledges of financial aid for higher education and support for women under the Orunodoi scheme.
The election’s significance lies in its role in governing local affairs in the North Cachar Hills, providing autonomy to the region within the state of Assam. The eagerly awaited results will determine the composition and direction of the council for the coming term.
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