There is no need to give knowledge on decency, when Pawan Kheda gets the bail; Himanta and Singhvi’s Tu-Tu Main-Main

The politics of Assam is once again at the center of tension. The rhetoric between Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and senior Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi has become so intense that the matter has now reached not just a political debate but personal allegations and counter-allegations. The root of this entire controversy is said to be a case related to Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera, which has heated up the politics of the state.

This conflict that started on social media has now taken the form of open political war. On one hand, Chief Minister Sarma seems to be very aggressive with his statements, while on the other hand, continuous counter attacks are being made from the Congress camp also.

What did Himanta Biswa Sarma say on Singhvi?

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took a strong stance on social media platform He said that it is not possible for Shalinata and Singhvi to be together and this comment directly became a topic of discussion in political circles.

Where did the whole controversy start?

According to Chief Minister Sarma, this matter is not just about political rhetoric, but is related to targeting of a private person. He alleged that a woman who had no connection with politics was defamed on national television. Sarma also claimed that during this period an attempt was made to assassinate the character by using ‘foreign fake documents’, which he termed as a serious allegation.

What did the Chief Minister say about the court?

Sarma expressed confidence that this matter will soon come before the courts and justice will be provided. He said that whoever is guilty will be punished under the law. According to him, this is not just a political dispute but a serious issue related to attempts to influence the electoral process.

What other allegations were made against Singhvi?

The Chief Minister alleged that Abhishek Manu Singhvi gives statements on such forums where the other person cannot answer. He called it ‘an attempt to avoid fair debate’. Sarma said that real debate is only that in which both the sides are present and not one-sided rhetoric. At the end of his statement, Himanta Biswa Sarma said in a strict tone that this matter is not over yet. He said, ‘This is just the beginning, not the end… Truth will prevail, Satyamev Jayate.’

What is the background of this entire controversy?

This entire controversy deepened after a case related to Congress leader Pawan Kheda. According to reports, the Supreme Court of India had granted him anticipatory bail in this case. This matter is said to be related to the alleged comments made by the Chief Minister’s wife and the political controversies that arose thereafter, after which the rhetoric between the two parties intensified. This entire incident has further increased the conflict between BJP and Congress in Assam. Both the parties are continuously accusing each other, due to which a tense atmosphere is being created in the politics of the state.