Assam By-Poll Campaign Sees Biryani Barbs As CM, Congress MP Trade Jabs
NDTV · politics
The campaign for the Assam by-polls has intensified with a unique war of words focusing on food items. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Congress MP Rakibul Hussain are engaged in a public exchange, with biryani, pulao, chicken, and even dry fish becoming central to their political sparring. This unusual focus on culinary topics highlights the creative and sometimes quirky nature of election campaigning in the region. The debate over food signifies a departure from traditional political discourse, aiming to connect with voters on a more relatable level.