Guwahati, January 25. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma unleashed a scathing attack on the Congress party on Sunday, targeting a recent political rally in Rangiya town. He accused the event of exposing not just utter disarray but also the party’s growing disconnect from the state’s rich cultural heritage, traditions, and social values.
Speaking to reporters, Sarma revealed he was initially unaware of the meeting but was left shocked after viewing photos and videos from the scene. ‘What I saw didn’t resemble an organized political gathering at all,’ he remarked. ‘Instead of clarity and discipline, it was pure chaos.’
The Chief Minister linked this incident to deeper issues within Congress, claiming the party is drifting further from Assam’s cultural ethos and social sensitivities. Ignoring local traditions in political activities, he warned, poses a grave threat to social harmony in the state.
‘Assam’s politics must be rooted in respect for our cultural identity and shared values,’ Sarma emphasized. He cautioned that disregarding these principles could have long-term negative impacts on societal unity. Urging democratic vigilance, he stressed that defeating Congress in elections is essential not only for Assam but for national interests as well.
Sarma appealed to the public to stay alert in protecting Assam’s cultural integrity and social fabric, using their democratic rights responsibly. ‘Only aware and responsible voters can steer the state in the right direction,’ he added.
In a bold prediction, the CM foresaw a future alliance between Congress and Akhil Gogoi’s Raijor Dal, with the Miya community playing a pivotal role. ‘They will eventually come together, and the Miya community will be key in this political alignment,’ he asserted.