During his recent visit to Assam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a strong jab at the Congress party, accusing it of creating significant financial challenges for the state when it was in power. Modi stated that during Congress's tenure, Assam received only ₹10,000 crores as its share of taxes, which he deemed inadequate to meet the state's requirements. This criticism aligns with Modi's broader campaign to highlight the alleged failures of previous Congress governments in providing adequate financial support to state governments.

Modi's statements also point to the ongoing political rivalry between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress, especially in regard to financial allocations and governance quality. His remarks are intended to resonate with local voters, emphasizing the BJP's commitment to improving the state’s financial health and addressing the issues that had previously plagued Assam. By contrasting his government’s achievements with Congress’s past, Modi aims to bolster the BJP’s position ahead of upcoming elections.

The implications of Modi's criticisms extend beyond mere political rhetoric; they reflect a strategic effort to solidify the BJP's influence in Assam, a state that has been politically competitive in recent years. Modi's focus on financial assistance serves to reassure the electorate that the current government is more responsive to their needs, ultimately seeking to secure a stronger mandate for the BJP in the region.