Raijor Dal chief and Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi on Tuesday said discussions with the Congress over a possible Opposition alliance are still ongoing, even as uncertainty remains over seat-sharing arrangements. Speaking to reporters in Guwahati, Gogoi stated that the “ice has melted a little” in the negotiations.
He confirmed that while he has not received a call from APCC president Gaurav Gogoi, senior Congress leader Ripun Bora contacted him on Tuesday morning, and discussions are moving in a constructive direction.
Raijor Dal chief Akhil Gogoi said alliance talks with Congress are progressing, stating that the “ice has melted a little.” Speaking in Guwahati, he confirmed contact from Congress leader Ripun Bora. Gogoi also appeared in a Facebook Live session with Victor Das, where they appealed for public donations to build a memorial for Zubeen Garg.
Alliance Discussions Still in Progress
Gogoi said that although there has been a deadlock over seat-sharing, discussions with the Congress have not collapsed. He added that AJP president Lurinjyoti Gogoi had also spoken to him and conveyed that any Opposition alliance should not exclude Raijor Dal.
The developments come amid active political negotiations unfolding in Guwahati, the state’s political centre.
Facebook Live With Victor Das
Amid alliance uncertainties, Gogoi was seen meeting social media figure Victor Das on Monday night in Guwahati. The two appeared together in a Facebook Live session.
During the broadcast, they demanded justice for late singer Zubeen Garg and criticised delays in constructing the proposed Samadhi Kshetra. They stated that they no longer require the state government to build the memorial.
Instead, they appealed directly to the public for contributions. “If people donate just ₹1 each, we can soon build the memorial properly,” they said during the session.
Public Reaction to the Broadcast
The Facebook Live session drew mixed reactions online. Some users questioned the tone of the broadcast, noting that both Gogoi and Das were seen laughing and using casual language during the interaction.
Victor Das, known for his outspoken style, used informal language throughout the session. A few viewers described the appearance as unusual for a sitting MLA.
Political Context in Guwahati
With alliance talks taking place in Guwahati and public messaging unfolding on social media platforms, the developments reflect ongoing political positioning ahead of future elections.
Gogoi’s statements indicate that while negotiations with Congress are described as positive, discussions over seat-sharing remain unresolved.
What Happens Next?
Further rounds of talks between Raijor Dal, Congress, and other Opposition parties are expected in the coming days. No formal announcement regarding alliance structure or seat-sharing has been made yet.
The memorial initiative for Zubeen Garg is likely to generate additional public discussion as appeals for donations circulate online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What did Akhil Gogoi say about alliance talks with Congress?
He said that discussions are ongoing and that the “ice has melted a little,” though seat-sharing remains unresolved.
Q2. Who did Akhil Gogoi appear with in a Facebook Live session?
He appeared with social media figure Victor Das during a broadcast discussing the Zubeen Garg memorial.
Q3. What was the appeal made during the live session?
They appealed to the public to contribute funds independently to construct the Samadhi Kshetra for Zubeen Garg.
