Legal Tussle Over Allegations Against Assam CM's Wife

The Supreme Court declined Congress leader Pawan Khera's request for protection in a case involving allegations against Assam CM Sarma's wife. Khera has been advised to seek anticipatory bail in Assam. The CM and wife deny the claims, while legal challenges on jurisdiction continue.

The Supreme Court has refused to entertain Congress leader Pawan Khera's plea for protection against potential legal action in a case accusing Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife of false declarations.

Khera must pursue anticipatory bail in Assam, following the top court's decision. During a press briefing on April 5, Khera alleged that Riniki Bhuyan Sharma possessed undeclared assets, claims denied by the CM and his wife.

The court instructed Assam's legal bodies to expedite Khera's plea without influence from prior remarks. The ongoing legal dispute includes jurisdictional challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)