Nellie Massacre Resurfaces in Assam Politics: Competing Commission Reports Fuel Debate Ahead of 2026 Elections

Nov 27, 2025 04:32 pm CST

As Assam approaches its 2026 Assembly elections, the 1983 Nellie massacre has returned to political prominence. The BJP government's push to release the Tiwari Commission report on the tragedy that killed over 1,800 people has reignited debates about ethnic violence, illegal migration, and electoral politics, with analysts suggesting the timing aims to polarize voters for political advantage.