Himanta Biswa Sarma has started his second term as Assam chief minister, signaling continuity for the BJP’s Northeast dominance. The strategist turned strongman points to ongoing development and welfare schemes, alongside an emphasis on land rights. Yet his previous tenure also drew sharp criticism over controversial measures, setting a tense tone for what comes next.
Himanta Biswa Sarma is set to take the oath as Assam Chief Minister for a second consecutive term, following the NDA’s commanding win in the Assembly elections. The swearing-in in Guwahati is expected to draw Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah and other top NDA leaders. Meanwhile, West Bengal’s Suvendu Adhikari has arrived and pledged to push Assam’s infiltrator policy in Bengal.
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The Supreme Court has granted anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera in a politically charged case tied to allegations that he held multiple passports and offshore assets. The matter escalated after the Assam CM’s wife filed the claims, and Khera’s bail plea had earlier been rejected by the Gauhati High Court, prompting the latest top-court decision amid sharp political reactions.
The Gauhati High Court has rejected Congress leader Pawan Khera’s anticipatory bail plea linked to allegations involving Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife. Criminal cases were filed by Sarma’s wife. After the Supreme Court directed Khera to approach the Gauhati High Court, the petition was heard and the HC has now refused relief.
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