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Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi, questioning his family's citizenship status. Sarma claimed that three of Gogoi's family members are British citizens, suggesting potential divided loyalties. The remarks are part of an escalating political battle between the BJP and Congress in Assam. Sarma also alleged foreign interference in Congress's social media campaigns, hinting at deeper political motivations behind Gogoi's political activities.

Key Points: Himanta Sarma Attacks Gaurav Gogoi's Foreign Citizenship Claims

  • Sarma alleges Gogoi family's British citizenship compromises national loyalty
  • Claims Congress social media support originates from abroad
  • Suggests ISI involvement in state politics
  • Criticizes Congress's minority outreach
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'He might settle abroad one day': Assam CM's fresh jibe at Gaurav Gogoi

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma criticizes Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi's family citizenship, alleging international political interference

"In his family of four, three are British citizens - Himanta Biswa Sarma"

Guwahati, June 6

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday renewed his political offensive against Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi, taking a sarcastic dig at the latter’s family’s foreign citizenship status.

Speaking during his visit to assess the flood situation in Sribhumi district, Sarma remarked, “In his family of four, three are British citizens. It’s a good thing that he visited Silchar to review the flood situation. Otherwise, any day, he might just decide to settle abroad.”

Taking the jibe further, the Chief Minister added with pointed sarcasm: “I genuinely wonder what the dinner table conversations are like in his family — where three members are British citizens and he’s the only Indian.”

The remarks are the latest in a series of barbs exchanged between the BJP and Congress leaderships in the run-up to upcoming political developments in the state.

Earlier, Sarma claimed that a significant portion of pro-Congress content on social media during the recent Panchayat polls in Assam originated from abroad.

“At least 50 per cent of the social media accounts supporting the Congress were operated from Pakistan, with a sizeable number based in Bangladesh as well. We have credible inputs, and the police will thoroughly investigate the matter,” Sarma said.

Sharpening his attack, the Chief Minister alleged that Pakistan's ISI was rooting for a specific individual to win elections in Assam, a veiled reference to Gogoi.

“These kinds of activities will only intensify as elections draw nearer. I have more information that I will reveal on September 10. Many Congress supporters are not even based in Indian territory,” he remarked.

Taking a dig at the Congress's diminishing influence, Sarma said the party has lost ground even among its traditional support base.

“During recent events led by the new Congress state chief, minority participation was abysmally low. In Lahorighat, where five lakh minority people live, only around 5,000 showed up for the Congress programme,” he claimed.

Sarma also drew a sharp contrast between his own political journey and that of Gaurav Gogoi.

“I was not born with a silver spoon. My father was not the Chief Minister of Assam. I have reached this position through hard struggle. Unlike others, every member of my family is an Indian citizen, whereas some have at least three British citizens in their family,” he said, referring to Gogoi.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
CM Sarma's comments about family citizenship are unnecessary. We should focus on real issues like flood relief instead of personal attacks. Both parties need to show maturity when Assam is suffering. 🙏
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Priya M.
While I support BJP, dragging family matters into politics doesn't sit right with me. Many Indians have NRI family members - that doesn't make them less patriotic. Let's debate policies, not passports!
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Arjun S.
Serious allegations about foreign interference in Assam elections need proper investigation, not just political speeches. If there's evidence of Pakistan's involvement, it's a national security issue beyond party politics.
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Meena R.
Typical political tamasha before elections! Instead of discussing flood relief measures, our leaders are busy with personal jibes. Assam deserves better. 😒
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Sanjay T.
The 'silver spoon' comment hits hard! Many dynastic politicians forget ground realities. But linking Gogoi to Pakistan is too much - unless CM has solid proof, this rhetoric damages our democracy.
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Neha P.
As an Assamese, I'm tired of this blame game. Whether it's Congress or BJP, focus on solving our problems - floods, unemployment, infrastructure. Enough with the drama! #AssamFirst

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