THE CPI(M) Assam state committee, on August 28, expressed deep concern over the rising tensions among various communities in the state over the past two weeks, noting a significant decline in law and order. It highlighted that certain organisations have unfairly blamed entire communities for specific incidents, thereby exacerbating tensions and spreading hatred.

In Sivasagar, tensions were heightened by accusations against the Marwari community following a heinous assault, leading thousands to protest in the streets. The police and administration failed to act decisively against the perpetrators, and the Marwari community was later forced to publicly apologise at an event attended by minister Ranoj Pegu and the district police superintendent.

In another incident in Dhing, a school student was raped by three youth and left in critical condition on the road. This brutal act led to widespread public outrage and agitations across Assam. The BJP and affiliated organisations are inciting hatred against the Bengali Muslim or 'Miya' community, with local groups in Sivasagar campaigning to expel the Miya community from upper Assam within seven days. These incidents have caused significant anxiety and unrest in the state.

The CPI(M) noted a troubling increase in incidents of rape and other criminal activities, attributing this to the BJP government's failures under Himanta Biswa Sarma's leadership. The Party also condemned the government for fostering communal divisions and deflecting from its shortcomings by promoting anti-Muslim sentiments. The chief minister's actions and rhetoric were criticised for further exacerbating religious tensions.

The Party called for a united movement against the BJP-RSS and their policies, emphasizing that internal tribal conflicts will only prolong the state's suffering. The CPI(M) Assam state committee demanded that the Assam government ensure the safety and security of all ethnic and religious groups in the state.