Assam Politics Heats Up as Congress Targets BJP Governance, Welcomes Four Senior Leaders

Addressing the media in the national capital, Singh said the functioning of the government led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had become a matter of serious concern. He alleged that the state was witnessing the rise of “mafia rule,” widespread land encroachments, and systematic plunder of public assets, developments he claimed were eroding Assam’s social and institutional foundations.

Singh said the political climate and governance issues in the state had prompted several leaders to part ways with their previous affiliations. He announced that four senior leaders—Bubul Das, Ashok Kumar Rai Pradhani, Gautam Dhanowar, and Dr. Lanki Takbi—had formally joined the Indian National Congress. According to Singh, their decision reflected growing discontent within political circles over the direction in which Assam is being governed.

Welcoming the new entrants, the Congress leader said the party had opened its doors “wholeheartedly” to them and expressed confidence that their experience and public connect would strengthen the organization in the state. He added that the Congress would continue to raise concerns over governance, land rights, and the protection of Assam’s resources and identity.

The development marks a notable moment in Assam’s political landscape, coming amid sustained opposition criticism of the BJP government’s policies and administration. With senior figures crossing over, the episode underscores shifting political alignments and signals a more intense battle ahead as parties position themselves around issues of governance, accountability, and public trust in the state.