Senior Congress leader Pawan Khera returned to Assam Police Crime Branch in Guwahati for a second day of questioning, after being held for nearly 10 hours on Wednesday. The probe follows defamation criminal complaints filed by Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, wife of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Khera’s original allegation claimed Sharma held multiple passports and undisclosed overseas properties. Khera says he is cooperating and will submit documents. The Supreme Court granted him anticipatory bail and ordered attendance when required.
Congress leader Pawan Khera appeared before Assam Police Crime Branch for a second consecutive day, cooperating with the investigation. The action follows cases filed by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife. Khera faces charges including defamation and forgery. Earlier, the Supreme Court had granted him anticipatory bail, making the latest appearances closely watched.
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