Anthem Controversy: Assam CM Accuses Congress of Treason

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma accused Congress leaders of treason for singing Bangladesh's national anthem at a party meeting, indicating support for claims that Northeast India is part of Bangladesh. The Congress has dismissed the incident as a BJP ploy to divert public attention.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has directed police to file treason charges against Congress leaders in the Sribhumi district for performing Bangladesh's national anthem at a party gathering, claiming it supports Bangladesh's territorial claims on Northeast India.

The Assam Congress responded by accusing the BJP of fabricating the issue to create a diversion from real political matters. State Congress President Gaurav Gogoi slammed the BJP for inventing controversies and misrepresenting Bengali culture.

As tensions rise with footage from the meeting circulating, the incident draws attention to the cultural and political complexities of regional identity and historical context in Northeast India.

(With inputs from agencies.)