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Business Standard
18 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
Over 5K social media accounts from Islamic nations back Assam Cong: Himanta
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday alleged that over 5,000 social media accounts, mostly operated from Islamic countries, have become active in favour of the Assam Congress. Addressing a press conference, Sarma claimed that these accountsoriginating from 47 countries, with the highest numbers from Bangladesh and Pakistan have been focusing exclusively on the activities of a particular Assam Congress leader and the party's state unit pages over the past month. "It is surprising that they do not comment on or like posts by Rahul Gandhi or even the Indian National Congress. They are only focused on a particular leader and the Assam Congress," Sarma said. Besides Assam, they post Islamic fundamentalist content, including pro-Palestine, Iran and Bangladesh's Chief Advisor Prof Md Yunus. Though the CM did not name the leader, he appeared to be referring to Gaurav Gogoi, who was appointed Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president in May last week. Sarma remarked, "We are not concerned with the change in the party's leadership in the state, but this development has taken place in the last month and there must be some link'. 'For the first time, there is so much foreign involvement in Assam politics in the run-up to the 2026 assembly elections', he said. The CM said the central government has been apprised of the issue, calling it a matter of "national security". He said some of the 5,000 accounts have given Guwahati as the location, and 'We are not ruling out that some of the accounts may be from within the state." 'The locations are disclosed in the accounts, and we conducted a forensic audit of those who had joined in the last month," Sarma said. It was found that 700 accounts are from Bangladesh, 350 from Pakistan, 246 from Saudi Arabia, 86 from Kuwait and 35 from Afghanistan, he added. 'Some accounts are private, and deeper investigations are required. It is a serious security concern that over 5,000 social media accounts were opened in a month, and they are commenting and liking posts related to Assam," he added. Besides, there is information that some people from outside have rented houses in two localities of Guwahati and have connected with YouTubers and social media influencers for this purpose, the CM claimed. "Surveillance is being kept on them. Fundamentalist elements have entered Assam and are active in the run-up to the elections,' he said. Sarma also alleged that they have also made inroads into some digital media organisations in the state. He claimed that there are also plans to set up a call centre in Kolkata to carry out such activities. The Chief Minister said it is also possible that these account holders are connected through WhatsApp and other messaging apps as they belong to countries with different time zones and are alerted when any such fundamentalist content is posted. He claimed that Muslims from Assam, whether indigenous or migrants settled here, will not post such content. Sarma said in the next stage, they may take shadow Hindu names like 'many do to marry Hindu women'. He further said that Assam and the North East have always been on the international fundamentalist radar and severing the 'chicken neck' to make it a part of Bangladesh has been an 'unfinished agenda' for the hardcores. 'We are in a very critical situation and the entire matter is being looked into from the national security angle', Sarma added. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
The Hindu
21 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Assam CM Himanta claims 5,000 social media accounts from Islamic countries are promoting State Congress
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday (June 19, 2025) alleged that over 5,000 social media accounts, mostly operated from Islamic countries, have become active in favour of the Assam Congress. Addressing a press conference, Mr. Sarma claimed that these accounts—originating from 47 countries, with the highest numbers from Bangladesh and Pakistan—have been focusing exclusively on the activities of a particular Assam Congress leader and the party's State unit pages over the past month. "It is surprising that they do not comment on or like posts by Rahul Gandhi or even the Indian National Congress. They are only focused on a particular leader and the Assam Congress," Mr. Sarma said. Besides Assam, they post Islamic fundamentalist content, including pro-Palestine, Iran and Bangladesh's Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus. Though the CM did not name the leader, he appeared to be referring to Gaurav Gogoi, who was appointed Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president in May. Mr. Sarma remarked, "They are not concerned with the change in the party's leadership, but this development has taken place in the last month." ''For the first time, there is so much foreign involvement in Assam politics in the run-up to the 2026 assembly elections'', he said. The CM said the central government has been apprised of the issue, calling it a matter of "national security".
NDTV
03-06-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Gaurav Gogoi Takes Charge As Assam Congress Chief
Guwahati: Assam MP and son of former Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, Gaurav Gogoi formally assumed charge as the President of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) on Tuesday. The ceremonial handover took place at the party headquarters, Rajiv Bhawan in Guwahati, where outgoing APCC President Bhupen Bora officially passed the baton. This marks Gaurav Gogoi's first visit to Rajiv Bhawan since being appointed APCC president. Before the event, he paid a visit to the Kamakhya Temple in the morning to offer prayers. Thousands of Congress supporters, along with senior leaders and newly-appointed APCC members, gathered to welcome the new state chief with enthusiasm and optimism. Addressing the media, Gaurav Gogoi expressed gratitude to senior Congress leadership including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, CPP Chairperson Sonia Gandhi, Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, General Secretary (Organisation) K.C. Venugopal, and Jitendra Singh, AICC in-charge of Assam. "I am honoured by the responsibility entrusted to me. We aim to bring back a Congress-led government in Assam that stands for justice, unity, and peace," said Gaurav Gogoi. He also praised his predecessor, Bhupen Bora, for his contributions during the past four years. Gaurav Gogoi highlighted the newly appointed leadership team, which includes three Working Presidents -Jakir Hussain Sikdar, Pradeep Sarkar, and Ruznina Tirkey. He emphasised that the Congress will work towards justice for the people of Assam, addressing issues of corruption, violence, and divisive politics. "Our vision is to restore Assam's legacy as the land of Srimanta Sankardeva, Ajan Peer, Chao-Lung Sukaphaa, Lachit Borphukan, and Jyoti Prasad Agarwala-a land of unity, brotherhood, and dignity for all communities," he stated. Gaurav Gogoi's appointment is seen as an effort by the Congress to rejuvenate the party in Assam ahead of upcoming electoral challenges.
United News of India
03-06-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Gaurav Gogoi visits Kamakhya temple before assuming charge
Guwahati, June 3 (UNI) Newly appointed president of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) Gaurav Gogoi visited the Kamakhya temple in Guwahati on Tuesday and sought the blessings of the Goddess. Gogoi, who is a Lok Sabha MP from Kaliabar Lok Sabha Constituency in Assam and deputy leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, reached the Congress headquarters Rajib Bhavan in the city after visiting the temple and formally took charge as APCC president from outgoing chief Bhupen Borah. 'We have sought the blessings of Maa Kamakhya and we wish the best to all the people of Assam. We wish for peace, prosperity and harmony. We wish that all of us can live together in unity,' Gogoi told media after visiting the temple. Gogoi was given a red carpet welcome at the Rajib Bhavan with thousands of party supporters thronging the Congress headquarters on Tuesday morning. A colourful cultural procession awaited Gogoi at the Rajiv Bhavan in the city on Tuesday. People were seen rushing in to garland him with traditional Gamochas. Gogoi, who is a three-time Lok Sabha MP, arrived in Assam on May 31 and started his work for the new assignment from Titabar constituency, held by his father and former Assam Chief Minister Late Tarun Gogoi. 'My father began his journey of public service from Jorhat. The people here stood by him and have stood by me ever since. Today, I begin my first visit to Assam as the newly appointed president of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee from Jorhat, a place deeply tied to both his legacy and my own path in public life. "Grateful for the outpouring of love and support from the people of Assam,' Gogoi said recently on his social media handle. Gaurav arrived in Guwahati on Monday and visited the houses of the victims of the recent landslides. UNI ANP PRS
The Hindu
29-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Gaurav Gogoi slams PM Modi's remarks on ‘Chinese' features
GUWAHATI Gaurav Gogoi, one of three Congress Lok Sabha members from Assam, has criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for remarks concerning the physical features of Chinese people, asserting that such comments are deeply traumatic for individuals from the northeastern States, who face similar stereotyping across India. Addressing media persons in New Delhi on Wednesday (May 28, 2025), Mr. Gogoi, who was recently appointed president of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee, said the Prime Minister should direct his attention to pressing issues such as bilateral trade and the border situation with China, instead of making observations on physical appearance. 'Recently, while referring to China, the Prime Minister made light of the physical features of the Chinese, especially with respect to the shape of their eyes. When young men and women come from the northeast to different parts of India, they are often teased for the same physical features,' Mr. Gogoi said. Also read: Gaurav Gogoi denies links with Pakistan; Himanta says he will provide proof by September 'Such language only perpetuates the harassment and is used to taunt and tease the people of the northeast,' he added, cautioning that remarks of this nature reinforce harmful stereotypes. The Congress MP said that young people from the northeast routinely share their experiences of discrimination when they travel to metropolitan cities for education or employment. 'I must ask him to be also sensitive, as these (certain physical features) have caused a lot of trauma for young people of the northeast, who often complain to me when they come to Delhi, Bombay, or Pune for their studies,' he said. Mr. Gogoi reiterated that national leaders have a responsibility to exercise restraint and empathy in their public discourse, particularly when referring to communities that have historically faced marginalisation.
