Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed disappointment over the Gauhati High Court’s reinstatement of 52 dismissed officials linked to a 2013-14 recruitment scam. The state plans to appeal to the Supreme Court, emphasizing its commitment to merit-based hiring and integrity in public service amidst growing concerns over corruption and judicial intervention.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma criticized Congress for undermining the judiciary while defending the BJP’s position on judicial independence. In response to controversial remarks by BJP MPs about the Supreme Court, Sarma emphasized respect for judicial institutions, highlighting Congress’s history of attacking judges when verdicts are unfavorable.
Today, On 18th February, The Gauhati High Court granted interim protection to Ashish Chanchlani in the IGL obscenity case. The court observed that the FIR lacks specific allegations against him. It also noted that Chanchlani is cooperating with the investigation. This relief ensures no immediate legal action against him.
A BSP candidate, Kushwaha Shivpujan Mehta, filed a legal complaint against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, accusing him of disturbing communal harmony during an election rally. Sarma’s remarks about potentially naming a newly elevated district after Hindu deities sparked concerns over rising communal tensions, emphasizing the need for responsible political discourse.
On Monday( 15th July),Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma revealed that only eight people have applied for citizenship under the CAA in the state, with only two attending interviews. The CAA, implemented on March 11, fast-tracks citizenship for undocumented non-Muslim migrants from neighboring countries who arrived before December 31, 2014.
The Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), a part of the ruling NDA, reaffirms its opposition to the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and vows to continue its legal fight in the Supreme Court. The party’s stance, despite its alliance with the BJP, asserts its commitment to address concerns related to the CAA and its dedication to the welfare of those affected.