Congress leader and Member of Parliament Gaurav Gogoi on Saturday launched a sharp attack on Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, alleging widespread corruption, land misuse, and the rise of illegal syndicates under the BJP-led state government. Speaking to reporters in Guwahati, Gogoi said the people of Assam were already aware of what he described as scams and governance failures.
The remarks were made during a media interaction in the city, placing Guwahati at the centre of the Congress party’s renewed political offensive against the state government.
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, speaking in Guwahati, accused the Assam government led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of corruption, land misuse, and allowing illegal syndicates to flourish. Gogoi said Congress will launch door-to-door campaigns across Guwahati and Assam to highlight alleged scams under the BJP regime.
What Gaurav Gogoi Alleged
Addressing reporters, Gaurav Gogoi alleged that during the tenure of Himanta Biswa Sarma, valuable land and resources of Assam were being handed over to large corporate groups.
“Corruption and scams are already known to the people of the state,” Gogoi said, claiming that public interest was being compromised in favour of corporate interests.
Focus on Land and Syndicates
The Congress leader further alleged that illegal syndicates related to coal, sand, and other resources were operating openly across Assam. Using a strong metaphor to underline his criticism, Gogoi claimed that governance had deteriorated to the extent that “even cows are not safe in cowsheds.”
He alleged that such activities were flourishing during the current administration, pointing to what he described as systemic failure.
Guwahati at the Centre of Congress Campaign
Gogoi said the Congress party would intensify its political campaign starting from Guwahati, with party workers planning door-to-door outreach programmes in the city and other parts of Assam.
Party leaders said Guwahati, being the political and administrative hub of the state, would play a key role in shaping public discourse ahead of upcoming political battles.
Political Reactions Awaited
As of Saturday evening, there was no immediate response from the BJP or the Assam government to Gogoi’s allegations. Political observers in Guwahati noted that such exchanges are likely to intensify as parties prepare for future electoral contests.
The city has seen an uptick in political activities in recent weeks, with leaders from both ruling and opposition parties using Guwahati as the main platform to reach the public and media.
What Happens Next
- Congress plans door-to-door campaigns in Guwahati and other districts
- More public meetings and press briefings are expected
- The ruling party may respond to the allegations in the coming days
Residents and political watchers in Guwahati are expected to closely follow the developments as the political narrative continues to heat up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Gaurav Gogoi say in Guwahati?
He accused the Assam government of corruption, land misuse, and allowing illegal syndicates to operate, and said people were already aware of these issues.
What action did Congress announce?
The party said it would launch door-to-door campaigns in Guwahati and across Assam to highlight alleged corruption under the BJP government.
