Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the Opposition during his visit to Assam on Saturday, December 20, 2025, asserting that the BJP government is systematically “correcting” the historical neglect of the Northeast.
Addressing a massive rally in Guwahati, the Prime Minister framed the region’s current development as “long-delayed justice” and accused previous Congress governments of compromising national security for vote-bank politics.
“Special Intensive Revision” (SIR) and National Security
A major highlight of the Prime Minister’s address was his strong defense of the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
- The Objective: PM Modi stated that the exercise is designed to ensure “infiltrators” are purged from the electoral process to protect the identity and security of Assam.
- The “Deshdrohi” Jibe: He took a sharp dig at the INDIA bloc, claiming that while the government acts to stop infiltration, certain “deshdrohis” (traitors) are attempting to shield these illegal elements.
- Demographic Protection: “The Congress gave protection to infiltrators who grabbed forests and land…the BJP government is freeing these resources from illegal and anti-national encroachment,” the PM asserted.
New Gateway to the East: ₹4,000 Cr Airport Terminal
Earlier in the day, the Prime Minister inaugurated the New Terminal Building (Terminal 2) of the Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport.
| Feature | Details |
| Total Cost | ₹4,000 Crore (Part of a ₹5,000 Cr master project) |
| Theme | “Bamboo Orchids” — India’s first nature-themed terminal. |
| Capacity | 13.1 Million passengers per year. |
| Design | Features a “Sky Forest” with 1 lakh indigenous plants and Kaziranga-inspired motifs. |
| Statue Unveiled | An 80-foot statue of Assam’s first CM, Gopinath Bardoloi, sculpted by the late Ram Sutar. |
“This terminal is not just a building; it is a gateway to new possibilities for the Northeast, making it the new engine of India’s growth,” the PM said.
Assam’s 2-Day “Festival of Development
The Prime Minister’s visit marks a significant investment push for the state, with projects worth ₹15,600 crore being launched over the weekend.