Floods make voting uncertain in 2 Assam constituencies

Elections in these two constituencies, which cover the three districts of Cachar, Karimganj and Hailakandi in the valley, is scheduled for April 26, along with six other constituencies in Assam going for polls in the second phase.

Incessant rains for over a week since 13 April raised the water levels of Barak river and its tributaries in the valley, inundating vast areas and creating apprehensions.

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It prompted all major political parties in the state, barring the ruling Congress, to demand rescheduling of polls in the two constituencies in Barak valley. The parties believe that, even if the polls are held, the turnout will be very low, as most of the roads in rural areas have been left devastated by flood water.