Guwahati: Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma has warned political parties against announcing “bandhs” (strikes) as a form of protest against the Citizenship Amendment Act, 2019.
Several organisations have stepped out to protest against the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), 2019.
Speaking to the media, the Chief Minister claimed that while organisations are free to demonstrate against the CAA and call for strikes, political parties are not afforded the same right.
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He stated, “Political parties calling for bandhs would be in contempt of a high court order. If they proceed despite this, we will approach the Election Commission to freeze their symbols.”
The Chief Minister further urged organisations to cease their protests, arguing that the CAA was passed over two years ago.
“If they wish to challenge the CAA, they can do so through the Supreme Court,” he added.
He further stated that such protests would hinder Assam’s development, highlighting that the state has seen projects worth Rs 90,000 crore in the past 40 days.