2021 polls: AGP to focus on reach of social media to boost party image

GUWAHATI: In view of the Assam Legislative Assembly Elections 2021, the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), an ally in the BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party)-led Assam government, is emphasizing on social media to boost the party's image among the masses. The COVID-19 pandemic has put a ban on political gatherings and meetings which have prompted the AGP to hold its organizational works through social media. The party has put thrust on their social media presence in 85 legislative Assembly constituencies. Currently, AGP social media cells are active in around 40 constituencies and the party has appointed observers for each of the 85 constituencies to monitor the activities. In this regard, the party will also conduct workshops to teach the observers and office bearers to efficiently execute campaigns and activities through social media.

Talking to The Sentinel, AGP president Atul Bora shared about the party's decision to opt for the digital platforms. Bora said, "The Assembly Elections are set to be held in April, 2021 and thus, the party has started its organizational works. We have decided to use social media with an aim to gear up the party's activities and introduced our policies and works among the masses."

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