Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said Muslim population in the state will be nearly equal to that of Hindus by 2041 if their current growth rate continues. Himanta said, "Today, as per the 2011 Census, 34% of the population is Muslim." "And if you project that for 2021, 2031 and 2041, you'll come to almost a 50:50 position," he added.