Shah: Peace returned to Assam under BJP's rule

Union home minister Amit Shah on Saturday credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for restoration of peace in Assam as he accused the previous Congress government of keeping "the state under riots".

- Biswa Kalyan Purkayastha and Sangzuala Hmar

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Shah was speaking after inaugurating the first phase of the revamped Lachit Barphukan Police Academy at Dergaon in Golaghat district. He also laid the foundation for the second phase.

"Over 10,000 youths have laid down arms and joined the mainstream in Assam, with peace returning to the state during the last 10 years. Assam, which was known for agitation, violence and insurgency, now has the most modern semiconductor industry. An amount of ₹27,000 crore is being invested here for a semiconductor unit, which is going to change the future of Assam," he said.