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Assam: Singer Simanta Shekhar Quits BJP, Won’t Join Any Political Party

Simanta Shekhar said his resignation was personal and unrelated to BJP ideology after a public dispute over remarks about Zubeen Garg.

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Simanta Shekhar, who quit the BJP, also resigned as Assam State Film (Finance and Development) Corporation chairperson

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The BJP in Assam has suffered a major setback when renowned Assamese singer Simanta Shekhar resigned from the party and as chairman of the Assam State Film Finance and Development Corporation. Citing personal reasons, Simanta made it clear that he will not join any other political party in the future.

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TV9 Hindi broke the news on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
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