Rahul Gandhi Demands Investigation into Corruption Allegations Against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
‘Himanta Biswa Sarma most corrupt’: Rahul Gandhi seeks probe into allegations levelled on Assam's CM wife
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Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has called Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma the 'most corrupt' in India, demanding an investigation into allegations made by party leader Pawan Khera regarding Sarma's wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, holding multiple passports. Sarma denies the claims amid rising tensions in Assam's political landscape.
- 01Rahul Gandhi labels Himanta Biswa Sarma as the 'most corrupt' CM in India.
- 02Allegations involve Sarma's wife holding multiple passports and owning a large business.
- 03Congress stands firmly with Pawan Khera, who faces legal challenges.
- 04Assam Police are pursuing legal action against Khera following a complaint from Riniki Bhuyan Sharma.
- 05Political tensions are escalating in Assam as the Congress party demands accountability.
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Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has accused Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Chief Minister of Assam, of being the 'most corrupt' CM in India, following allegations made by party leader Pawan Khera. Khera claimed that Sarma's wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, holds three passports and that the couple, along with their son, owns a business worth ₹52,000 crore (approximately $6.3 billion USD) in the United States. Sarma has denied these allegations, and an FIR has been filed against Khera by Sharma, leading to police searches at Khera's residence. Gandhi emphasized the need for transparency and accountability, stating that the abuse of power to intimidate political opponents is against constitutional values. Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi criticized Sarma's reaction to the allegations, suggesting that the Chief Minister is in 'panic mode' due to the viral nature of the claims. The situation reflects deepening political tensions in Assam as the Congress party rallies behind Khera and demands a thorough investigation into the allegations.
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The allegations and subsequent legal actions could significantly affect the political landscape in Assam, influencing public perception and voter sentiment ahead of the upcoming elections.
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