1. Dhubri LS, central in Assam, holds vital historical and political significance for upcoming elections.
2. Its diverse population and political legacy make Dhubri a pivotal player in the region.
3. As the nation prepares for elections, Dhubri emerges as a key constituency to watch.
Dhubri, April 03: Situated in the heart of Assam, the Dhubri Lok Sabha constituency holds significant historical and political importance as the nation gears up for the upcoming elections. With its diverse population and rich political legacy, Dhubri stands as a pivotal player in the electoral landscape of the region.
Dhubri’s demographic composition is a tapestry of diversity, with rural areas constituting 89% of the electorate and urban pockets making up the remaining 11%. The constituency hosts substantial populations of Scheduled Castes (SC) at 3.5% and Scheduled Tribes (ST) at 5.7%, adding depth to its societal fabric.
Religious diversity further characterizes Dhubri, with Muslims comprising 55%, Hindus 40%, and other religious communities 5% of the population.
Traditionally a stronghold of the Congress party, Dhubri has witnessed the rise of the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) under the leadership of Maulana Badruddin Ajmal. Ajmal’s consecutive victories since 2009 highlight the AIUDF’s growing influence, particularly in Muslim-majority areas.
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In the 2019 General Assembly Elections, Dhubri witnessed a fiercely contested battle with a remarkable 90.66% voter turnout.
Badruddin Ajmal secured a decisive victory, garnering 7,18,764 votes and defeating his closest rival from the INC, Abu Taher Bepari, by a significant margin of 2,26,258 votes.
Recent controversies, including Maulana Badruddin Ajmal’s remarks on train travel during the Ram Mandir ceremony in Ayodhya, have propelled Dhubri into national headlines.
This sparked debates on interfaith tensions and security concerns during significant events.
Dhubri’s political landscape has evolved over the years, transitioning from the dominance of the Praja Socialist Party to Congress’s stronghold and subsequently to AIUDF’s ascendancy under Badruddin Ajmal’s leadership since 2009.
As the elections loom, Dhubri braces for a riveting contest, with prominent candidates like Badruddin Ajmal of AIUDF, Rakibul Hussain from the Indian National Congress, and Zaved Islam of the Asom Gana Parishad vying for victory.
The convergence of historical legacies, demographic intricacies, and contemporary controversies sets the stage for an engaging electoral battle reflective of Dhubri’s vibrant political landscape.
