Assam to Implement 'Love Jihad' Law

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a series of new legislative measures including a law mandating life imprisonment for 'love jihad' cases, paralleling similar laws in other BJP-ruled states like Uttar Pradesh. Sarma also introduced a new domicile policy restricting government job eligibility to individuals born in Assam to prioritize indigenous residents. Additionally, a regulation will require the Chief Minister's consent for land transactions between Hindus and Muslims to combat 'land jihad,' aiming to protect indigenous lands. The CPM criticized these measures, arguing they violate constitutional principles and promote communal divisions. These legislative changes are expected to be introduced in the upcoming monsoon session of the state assembly.