Guwahati: The Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma, has voiced significant concern regarding the demographic shifts occurring in Majuli district, asserting that in certain areas of the river island, the Muslim population has reached a staggering 100 percent. He referred to this as an “intense and thinkable issue,” attributing the increase mainly to what he characterized as migration from outside sources, rather than from local Assamese Muslims.
In his remarks, Sarma pointed out that the overall Hindu-Assamese population in Assam currently stands at approximately 40 percent, cautioning that this trend could lead to long-term socio-cultural consequences if not properly addressed. The Chief Minister mentioned that he has already brought this issue to the attention of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and that Union Home Minister Amit Shah has launched a Demographic Mission aimed at studying and monitoring population changes throughout the state.
Sarma underscored that the government’s priority will continue to be the preservation of the state’s cultural identity while fostering peaceful coexistence and social harmony among all communities.
He urged civil society and local leaders to collaborate in maintaining demographic balance through initiatives focused on awareness, education, and responsible community engagement.
