Sarma’s ‘Pakistani agent’ slam against Gogoi sparks Assam political clash
Sarma’s ‘Pakistani agent’ slam against Gogoi sparks Assam political clash
Tension rises as Assam CM Sarma labels Congress MP Gogoi a Pakistani agent, prompting a sharp rebuttal as the row unfolds amid tributes to a cultural icon.
A day after Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma alleged that Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi is a Pakistani agent planted by a foreign power, Gogoi hit back, accusing the chief minister of being unfit to lead the state. The exchange occurred as Assam watched Zubeen Garg perform in what was billed as his last film release, a moment that intensified the political dialogue around the timing of the allegations.
Sarma has repeatedly linked Gogoi to alleged Pakistani connections through Gogoi’s British wife, claiming he has evidence to support these charges. Gogoi responded on social media with a pointed counterattack, saying that Sarma’s accusations reveal a growing fear of losing power and declaring him unfit as the chief minister for the people of Assam.
The clash comes amid a broader backdrop of ongoing political tussles in the state, including past controversies over the Bangladesh anthem row and related debates about loyalty and national sovereignty. Supporters of Gogoi argue that the remarks are an attempt to deflect from governance failures, while supporters of Sarma contend that public figures should be held to account for perceived foreign links. The public discourse has been sharpened by personal digs and defences on social platforms, with both sides promising upcoming political moves and legal avenues, should allegations be found baseless.
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