Himanta Urges Hindus: Have 3 Children to Counter Muslim Population Growth in Assam

• Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma advised Hindus to have three children to address falling population growth compared to Muslims in the state.
• Sarma stated that if Hindus don't have more children, there might not be people left to "look after the house," linking it to demographic changes.
• He also advised Muslim people to have fewer offspring, contrasting with his advice to Hindus.
• The CM's remarks come amidst concerns over reported rise in Muslim population in some constituencies and ahead of assembly elections.
• Assam recently diluted its two-child norm for ST, SC, tea garden, Moran, and Matak communities, previously aiming for statewide implementation.

Why It Matters: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma advocates for Hindus to have more children to balance demographic shifts.