HT Bureau
GUWAHATI, Aug 25: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday asserted that voters in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) are leaning towards supporting a national party in the upcoming Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) elections, emphasising their desire for stronger governance coordination between Kokrajhar, Dispur and New Delhi.
Speaking to reporters after a series of campaign meetings in the region, Sarma said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has emerged as the frontrunner.
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“BJP remains the number one choice in BTC, except for areas around Parbatjhora and Srirampur. I have visited all constituencies, and it is clear that the people want a national party this time. They believe this will ensure effective cooperation between Delhi, Dispur and Kokrajhar. Regional parties have had their chance many times. Now, the people of BTC want a change, and they want the BJP,” he said.
The Chief Minister underlined that the BJP’s campaign has already covered 36 council areas and the party has identified the seats it will contest.
“BJP will form a policy, and once the election dates are announced, it will release the list of candidates for the seats where it is confident of victory. The party is in a strong position in Bodoland,” Sarma added.
On the question of the future of the Village Council Development Committee (VCDC), Sarma maintained that the matter would be settled by the new government.
“Whether VCDC should be scrapped or not will be decided only by the government that comes to power here. BJP is not the enemy of anyone,” he said.
Sarma’s remarks come at a time when the BJP is seeking to expand its political footprint in the BTR, banking on its governance model and promises of development.
The focus on coordination between the Centre, the state, and the BTC is seen as part of the party’s broader strategy to project itself as the most effective vehicle for delivering growth and stability in the region.
