Congress Shuns Spectacle: A New Political Chapter for Assam

The Congress in Assam, refusing to attend the new BJP-led government's swearing-in, criticizes the event as a political show. Gaurav Gogoi, state party president, emphasizes revitalizing Congress and countering BJP's influence by addressing past election shortcomings and reaching out to grassroots supporters.

The Congress in Assam has announced its decision to boycott the swearing-in ceremony of the third BJP-led NDA government, labeling the event as a politicized spectacle.

Gaurav Gogoi, the state party president, emphasized the party’s focus on building a 'new Congress' aimed at addressing its electoral failures by reconnecting with the people.

The new BJP-led government, headed by Himanta Biswa Sarma, will take oath on May 12 amidst a grand ceremony, with dignitaries including Prime Minister Narendra Modi expected to attend.