Guwahati – Congress heavyweight Priyanka Gandhi Vadra tore into Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Thursday, blasting his alleged Pakistani ties claim against Gaurav Gogoi as a shameful distraction. With assembly elections on the horizon, she slammed the focus on smears over substantive governance.
Questioned on the controversy, Priyanka retorted that targeting innocents with lies erodes trust. ‘Leave families alone. Deliver jobs and progress to our youth,’ she demanded, positioning Gogoi as an upright politician driven by core values amid a toxic campaign climate.
She rubbished Sarma’s narrative, declaring it unacceptable to Assam’s electorate. ‘The people know better; these attacks stem from fear of losing ground,’ Priyanka observed, painting a picture of a rattled incumbent resorting to extremes.
On the Zubeen Garg imbroglio, Priyanka passionately defended the artist: ‘He’s Assam’s heartbeat, not a pawn in our games. Spare our cultural heroes.’ Her plea resonates in a state where music and identity intertwine deeply.
Congress, Priyanka affirmed, remains laser-focused on bread-and-butter issues: unemployment, price hikes, and stalled development. ‘We’re ready to take on BJP honorably, prioritizing the people’s mandate,’ she concluded. As barbs fly, Assam’s political narrative pivots toward character over competence.