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PM Modi Visits Assam Tea Gardens: “Tea is the Soul of Assam,” Says Prime Minister

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 1, 2026, visited a lush tea garden in Dibrugarh, highlighting his personal connection with Assam’s rich tea heritage. The Prime Minister spent time with tea workers at the famous Manohari Tea Estate, where he interacted with workers and praised their contribution to India’s globally renowned tea industry.

According to officials, PM Modi spent nearly 30 minutes in the tea estate, plucked tea leaves alongside women workers, and discussed their livelihood concerns including healthcare, wages, and education. The visit comes amid the ongoing campaign for the 2026 Assam Legislative Assembly Election scheduled for April 9.

PM Modi Calls Assam Tea “Soul of the State”

Sharing photos on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi described Assam tea as the “Soul of Assam”, stating:

“Tea from Assam has made its way across the world. The hard work of tea garden families has enhanced Assam’s pride.”

During the visit, the Prime Minister also witnessed traditional cultural performances including the popular Jhumur dance performed by tea garden workers.

PM Modi With Tea Workers in Dibrugarh

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The visuals from the visit showed:

  • PM Modi plucking tea leaves
  • Interaction with women tea workers
  • Traditional attire and cultural exchange
  • Selfies with tea garden workers

The Prime Minister also placed tea leaves into traditional baskets alongside 19 women workers dressed in red-white Assamese attire.

Key Highlights of PM Modi’s Tea Garden Visit

Personal Interaction

  • PM Modi spent time with 19 women tea workers
  • Plucked tea leaves personally
  • Discussed daily challenges and cultural traditions

Focus on Worker Welfare

PM Modi discussed:

  • Healthcare facilities
  • Education for tea workers’ children
  • Wage improvements
  • Housing conditions

Selfie Moment

The Prime Minister also took selfies with workers and shared them online, calling the interaction “memorable and inspiring.”

Strategic Political Significance

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Following his tea garden visit, PM Modi was scheduled to address two major rallies:

  • Gogamukh (Dhemaji District) — 11:00 AM
  • Behali (Biswanath District) — 1:00 PM

These rallies are part of BJP’s final campaign push ahead of Assam elections.

Assam Tea Industry: Backbone of State Economy

Assam remains India’s largest tea-producing state:

  • Produces 630-700 million kg tea annually
  • Contributes over 50% of India’s total tea production
  • Provides employment to lakhs of families
  • Tea exports increased by 40 million kg in 2025-26

The tea industry remains a key economic pillar of Assam and a major livelihood source for rural communities.

Why Dibrugarh Matters

Dibrugarh is known as:

  • “Tea City of India”
  • One of the largest tea-producing regions
  • Hub for premium Assam tea exports
  • Key political battleground in Assam elections

Political Timing Ahead of Elections

The visit comes just days before Assam votes on April 9, 2026. Political analysts say the visit signals:

  • Focus on tea worker vote bank
  • Cultural outreach strategy
  • Ground-level engagement before polling

Voting results will be declared on May 4, 2026.

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