Muslims formed the majority in about 35 of the state’s 126 constituencies. Now that is down to about 20 seats. Assam votes on April 9.
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Assam, India – When elections are around, Islam Uddin takes it upon himself to raise awareness about the importance of casting votes. The 55-year-old retired teacher from Katigorah, an electoral constituency in India’s northeastern state of Assam that lies on the border with Bangladesh, goes door-to-door to urge other Muslims to vote.
“It’s about sending our representative to speak for us,” Uddin told Al Jazeera, his smile widening.
