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Congress Accepts Assam Verdict, Vows to Raise People's Issues: Gaurav Gogoi

Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi accepted the people's mandate in the recent Assembly elections. He thanked supporters and pledged to reach out to those who did not vote for the party. Gogoi acknowledged the resilience of party workers and the emergence of a new Congress. He announced a meeting of newly elected MLAs on May 9 to plan the party's future strategy.

Key Points: Congress Accepts Assam Verdict, Vows to Raise People's Issues

  • Congress accepts Assam election mandate
  • Party to connect with non-supporters
  • New Congress emerges with grassroots resilience
  • Meeting of newly elected MLAs on May 9
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Congress accepts Assam verdict, will continue to raise people's issues: Gaurav Gogoi

Assam Congress chief Gaurav Gogoi accepts people's mandate, thanks supporters, and pledges to continue raising key state issues inside and outside the Assembly.

"We accept the people's mandate and express our gratitude to those who voted for us. - Gaurav Gogoi"

Guwahati, May 5

Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president Gaurav Gogoi on Tuesday said that the party respects the mandate of the people in the recently concluded Assembly elections and will continue to work for the development of the state both within and outside the legislature.

Addressing a press conference here, Gogoi thanked voters who supported the Congress while asserting that the party would also reach out to those who chose not to back it in the polls. "We accept the people's mandate and express our gratitude to those who voted for us. At the same time, we will connect with those who did not support us," he said.

The Congress leader acknowledged the efforts of party workers, especially at the grassroots level, for standing by the organisation despite multiple challenges during the campaign. "Our workers have shown resilience and commitment. We have witnessed the emergence of a new Congress," Gogoi remarked.

He also extended his appreciation to senior party leadership, including Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Jitendra Singh, for their support and guidance during the election process.

Admitting that the party fell short of its expectations in terms of seat tally, Gogoi said the Congress would continue to play a constructive role by placing its suggestions for the state's development both inside the Assembly and beyond.

"We may not have secured the number of seats we hoped for, but we will continue to raise issues concerning the people of Assam and stand firmly with them," he added.

Commenting on the outcome, Gogoi noted that the party had anticipated a close contest in several constituencies. However, he said the final results in many seats were surprising.

"We expected a neck-and-neck fight in many places, but the results in several constituencies are difficult to understand," he stated, while hinting at possible concerns over the outcome.

Looking ahead, the Congress leader announced that a meeting of all newly elected Congress MLAs will be convened on May 9 to chalk out the party's future course of action in the state following the electoral verdict.

- IANS

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Priya S
Gaurav Gogoi is right - the party fell short of expectations. But I'm still hopeful. The fact that they're planning to connect with voters who didn't support them shows maturity. In Assam, we need both development and cultural preservation - let's see if Congress can offer that balance.
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Vikram M
The line about 'results being difficult to understand' is interesting. Are we going to have another round of allegations about EVM tampering? 🙄 Look, Congress needs to focus on real issues - unemployment, floods, infrastructure - instead of finding excuses. Accept the loss gracefully and work harder.
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Ananya R
As a young voter from Guwahati, I appreciate that Gogoi ji thanked those who didn't vote for Congress. That's the kind of inclusive politics we need more of. But I wonder - will they really connect with all sections? Let's watch the May 9 meeting for real signals of change. ✨
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Rohit P
'New Congress'? Bah! It's the same old faces with new packaging. If they really want to connect with Assamese people, they need local leadership that understands our problems - not just big national leaders parachuting in for photo ops. The 'emergence of a new Congress' will take more than press conferences.
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Kavya N
Finally a party accepting defeat gracefully instead of crying foul! That said, Gaurav Gogoi needs to focus on grassroots issues - our char areas, tea garden workers, and flood-affected families need real solutions. Hoping Congress plays a constructive opposition role in the Assembly. 🤞

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