News India Live, Digital Desk: There has been an earthquake once again in the politics of Assam. Veteran Congress leader and former state president Ripon Bora After the resignation of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, he has made the biggest and most controversial attack on Congress till date. The Chief Minister has claimed that with the departure of Ripun Bora, the ‘last Hindu face’ has also disappeared from the Congress.
Himanta’s taunt: “Now only a special class in Congress”
Reacting to Ripun Bora’s resignation, Himanta Biswa Sarma said that Congress has now lost its core identity in Assam. He sarcastically said, “Ripun Bora was the last prominent Hindu leader of the Congress. After his departure, now only those people are left in Assam Congress who do politics of a particular vote bank.” This statement of the Chief Minister directly points towards the increasing polarization and organizational weakness within the Congress.
Why did Ripun Bora leave Congress?
Ripun Bora, a prominent leader of Assam Congress, made serious allegations while submitting his resignation to the party high command. The main reasons behind his resignation are said to be:
Factionalism within the party: Bora alleged that many Assam Congress leaders were giving priority to personal interests rather than strengthening the party.
Questions on leadership: He indicated that the party has failed to understand the sentiments of workers at the grassroots level.
Future Strategy: There is talk that Ripun Bora may return to his old party (TMC) or is considering a new option.
What will be the impact on Assam politics?
This development is being considered as a big blow for the Congress in view of the assembly elections in Assam and the future political chessboard. The departure of an experienced leader like Ripun Bora could weaken the party cadre, especially in areas where Bora had personal influence.
On the other hand, BJP and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma are leaving no stone unturned to capitalize on this opportunity. His statement that “Congress has become Hindu-less” may create a new polarization in Assam politics in the coming days.
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