Dhubri (Assam) [India], As voters in Dhubri, Assam prepare for elections in May, the construction of the longest river bridge in India has become the focus of political campaigns. The bridge, which will be built on the Brahmaputra river, will connect Dhubri in Assam to Phulwari in Meghalaya, reducing travel time and easing trade and communication between the two states. The 20 kilometer long bridge is expected to be completed by 2027. This has become a key issue in the triangular election contest involving the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF), Assam Gana Parishad (AGP) and the Congress Party. The foundation stone of the bridge was laid in 2021, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducting the ceremony. Residents including students, businessmen and everyday commuters expressed enthusiasm for the bridge, citing challenges posed by the existing boat transport system.Currently, travel across the Brahmaputra by boa constrictor can take three to four hours, with significant disruptions during the monsoon season. The new bridge is expected to reduce the travel distance between Dhubri and Phulwari by about 200 kilometers, thereby streamlining trade and other essential activities. “If the bridge is built, the advantage will be that we will reach Meghalaya in a very short time,” said a resident. This will make things easier for businesses as transporting goods on boats is very challenging. It takes three hours by boat, so this bridge will save a lot of time.A student also shared his review saying, “Once the bridge is completed, I will help us in many ways, like in coordination because it takes a long time to travel by boat, about 3 hours. Also, it The importance of the bridge, which is a huge river, has become a central theme in the election campaign of the three parties, each in different ways. Takes credit for starting the narrative on its origin.National Democratic Alliance (NDA) ally AGP's Javed Isla stressed the role of the present central government and said, "The NDA government started the work of this bridge. In 2021, Prime Minister Modi laid the foundation of this bridge and the construction is going on at a fast pace. It will be an important gift to the people of Assam. AIUDF president and three-time MP from Dhubri said the bridge was a result of his efforts, claiming, "I raised this issue during the Congress government. Assam got this gift. The Congress party has also highlighted its contribution by mentioning the bridge in its campaign rallies to garner credit, local people There is a consensus among the people that the bridge is necessary and will significantly improve their quality of life As election day approaches, competing stories are emerging, Dhubri Phulwari bridge a ray of hope for the people of Assam and Meghalaya Which is a symbol of progress and connectivity in the region, the campaign for the third phase of voting in four parliamentary constituencies in Assam is scheduled on May 7.In the third phase of voting that ended on Sunday, 47 candidates, including one sitting MP and four sitting MLAs, are in the fray from five Lok Sabha seats: Guwahati, Kokrajhar, Barpeta and Dhubri, while 14 candidates are in the fray in the state. Barpeta seat, while 13 candidates are contesting in Dhubri seat, 12 candidates in Kokrajhar and 8 candidates in Guwahati. Sitting MP and AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal is fielding over 81 lakh candidates from Dhubri Sagar against Congress candidate and former minister Rakibul Hussain and AGP candidate Jabed Islam. Voters from four seats are eligible to exercise their franchise on May 7. The second phase of voting in five parliamentary constituencies - Silchar Karimganj, Diphu, Nagaon and Darrang-Udalguri - was held on April 26 and the voting percentage was recorded at 81.17 per cent.