Assam’s Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma Calls on BJP Cadres to Tune into Modi’s ‘Mann Ki Baat’

In a move that feels part rally, part reminder, Assam’s chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reached out to BJP workers across the state on Wednesday, asking them to tune into Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s latest “Mann Ki Baat” broadcast. The request, delivered during a meeting in Guwahati, was framed as an opportunity for cadres to absorb the Prime Minister’s message and reflect on the party’s roadmap for the coming months.

“When the Prime Minister talks, we all should listen – it’s not just about policy, it’s about the spirit that guides our work,” Sarma told a room full of party volunteers, many of whom were still adjusting to the new year’s political calendar. He reminded them that the nation’s leader often uses the program to address the common man, and that the issues raised could directly affect Assam’s development agenda.

According to sources at the event, the workers were handed simple instructions: turn on the radio or stream the speech online at 7 p.m. IST, find a quiet spot, and then discuss the key points in small groups afterward. The chief minister emphasized that this exercise was not a mere formality – it was a chance to internalize the themes of “unity, progress and self‑reliance” that Modi repeatedly highlights.

Observers note that the timing is no coincidence. With state elections on the horizon and the national narrative sharpening around issues like infrastructure, employment and border security, the BJP wants its grassroots network to be in sync with the central leadership’s messaging. By getting everyone to listen together, the party hopes to create a shared talking point that can be echoed in rallies, door‑to‑door canvassing and social media posts.

Some senior BJP figures who were present expressed optimism. “If our volunteers are aligned with the Prime Minister’s vision, it makes our own campaigning much smoother,” said a party official who asked to remain unnamed. The official added that similar listening sessions have been organized in other states, often resulting in a noticeable boost in morale among workers.

Not everyone is thrilled, however. A few local activists voiced concerns that the focus on a national broadcast might sideline region‑specific grievances that need attention. Sarma, when pressed, replied that the national speech still touches on issues relevant to Assam – from the Act East policy to border management – and that the party’s own meetings will address any local nuances.

As the clock ticked down to 7 p.m., workers dispersed to homes, tea stalls and community halls, smartphones in hand, ready to catch the broadcast. Whether the “Mann Ki Baat” will indeed galvanize Assam’s BJP base remains to be seen, but the chief minister’s call underscores a simple truth in modern politics: listening together can be a powerful way to speak as one.