Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma turned the tables on Congress critics Wednesday, pledging defamation suits against Gaurav Gogoi, Bhupesh Baghel, Jitendra Singh Alwar, and Debabrata Saikia. Legal action kicks off February 9, blending civil and criminal charges.
Sarma’s fiery X post followed accusations of slanderous statements at a press conference. He branded the barbs as ‘malicious falsehoods’ and dared the leaders to validate them judicially. “No more running away after baseless attacks,” he proclaimed.
The CM alleged Gandhi family orchestration behind the ‘sinister campaign,’ positioning himself as a bulwark against political misinformation.
Sparked by Gaurav Gogoi’s rollout of hallsHBS.com alongside ex-CM Bhupesh Baghel, the portal claims to dissect Sarma’s career with archival evidence. Gogoi stressed its role in fostering public awareness and demanding governance answers.
Congress is doubling down with a pamphlet blitz statewide, integrating digital and grassroots efforts. Baghel hailed it as democracy’s transparency imperative.
Unfazed by the dual-pronged assault, Sarma affirmed his resilience against propaganda. This courtroom clash could expose fractures in opposition strategy, compelling Congress to substantiate rhetoric with facts.
As tensions simmer in Guwahati, Sarma’s offensive redefines confrontation, promising accountability on both sides of the aisle and captivating Assam’s electorate.