Himanta Biswa Sarma on May 13 stated that Assam feels more secure now that the Bharatiya Janata Party is in power in West Bengal. He said that political unity between the two neighbouring states would help improve coordination on common issues.
Speaking to reporters in Guwahati, a day after taking oath for a second consecutive term as Chief Minister, Sarma said Assam and West Bengal have long shared several challenges, especially in matters related to law and order and inter-state coordination.
He said that in the past, criminals often crossed into West Bengal, and cooperation between the two states was not always smooth. However, he added that the situation has now changed.
Sarma further said the new political arrangement would allow both governments to work together more effectively in areas such as governance, security, and development.
He added that Assam and West Bengal can now jointly work in many sectors for the progress of both states, something that had not happened for many decades. According to him, the future now looks promising.
Referring to the presence of West Bengal’s leadership at his swearing-in ceremony on Tuesday, Sarma said it marked the beginning of stronger regional cooperation.
He also said that the attendance of the West Bengal Chief Minister and the warm support shown by the people of West Bengal indicate a bright future for the Northeast.
Sarma was sworn in for a second consecutive term after the BJP-led alliance retained power in Assam.
Himanta Biswa Sarma Says Assam Feels More Secure with Bharatiya Janata Party Government in West Bengal
