Guwahati, Sept. 24 -- The Axom Nagorik Sanmilan has accused the BJP of adopting what it described as an opportunistic approach ahead of the Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election, alleging that the party has changed its position towards the state's Muslim community for electoral gains.

In a statement, the organisation alleged that BJP leaders had previously targeted and harassed the community but were now seeking its support following the announcement of the by-election.

The organisation also criticised the BJP candidate, alleging that he had earlier been involved in eviction drives targeting the community and had subsequently sought its support during the election campaign.

The Sanmilan further alleged that the candidate had earlier been appoin...