Assam BJP Jan Ashirwad Yatra: Big message behind BJP’s election campaign from Dhekiajuli, know why this place is special for Assam

News India Live, Digital Desk: With the intention of achieving a hat-trick of power in Assam, BJP has started its ‘Jan Ashirwad Yatra’ from the historical town Dhekiajuli. This journey, which started in the presence of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and senior party leaders, will not only convey the government’s achievements to the public, but will also sharpen the issue of Assamese identity. Why only Dhekiajuli? Understand the historical importance of BJP choosing Dhekiajuli is not a coincidence, but a well-thought-out strategy: Land of Martyrs: During the ‘Quit India Movement’ of 1942, many freedom fighters, including 12-year-old girl Tileshwari Barua, sacrificed their lives while trying to hoist the tricolor at Dhekiajuli. It is considered to be the largest ‘martyr city’ of Assam. Cultural symbol: Prime Minister Narendra Modi had also visited Dhekiajuli in the past and paid tribute to the martyrs here. BJP wants to send the message of ‘nationalism’ and ‘Assamese pride’ from here to the entire state. Political equation: This area of Sonitpur district is a mix of tea garden workers and different communities, who play a decisive role in Assam elections. Main objectives of Jan Ashirwad Yatra Government’s report card: To take the development work done by the central and state government in the last 10 years (like network of roads, bridges and Oronodoi scheme) directly to the public. Attack on opposition: Congress and other regional Encircling the alliance of parties by terming them anti-development. Organizational strength: Enthusiasm among booth level workers and efforts to achieve the target of ‘Mission 100+’ for 2026. Chief Minister’s address: Emphasis on development and security. At the launch of the Yatra, the Chief Minister said that the sacred soil of Dhekiajuli inspires us for struggle and victory. He emphasized on issues like the changing picture of Assam, peace agreements and curbing infiltration. Why is this visit important? The 2026 elections in Assam are special in the sense that assembly elections are going to be held here for the first time after delimitation. In such a situation, BJP is trying to change the new equations in its favor through ‘Jan Ashirwad Yatra’.