Guwahati: Politics in Assam’s Hailakandi has taken an unusual turn, with a father and son set to contest elections from rival parties in the upcoming Assembly polls. Senior BJP leader Gautam Roy, who left the Indian National Congress in 2018, has since played a key role in strengthening the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the region. In a striking development, his son Rahul Roy is now set to contest as a Congress candidate from the same constituency.
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The rare father-son political face-off has drawn widespread attention from voters and political observers alike. Analysts view this as a reflection of individual political choices taking precedence over family affiliations, even in a state where politics often runs deep within families.
At the same time, experts suggest that such a contest could lead to personal and political tensions, given the high-stakes nature of electoral battles. However, both leaders are expected to focus on their respective campaigns as they seek the mandate of the people. As electioneering gains momentum, all eyes are now on Hailakandi to see how voters respond to this unique contest, which adds an intriguing dimension to Assam’s political landscape.
