Bhupesh Baghel Critiques CM Sarma, Declares Assam Polls a Battle Between ‘True Congress’ and ‘False Congress’
Synopsis
As Assam gears up for Assembly elections, Bhupesh Baghel critiques CM Sarma, asserting a fierce political clash between the 'genuine Congress' and the 'fake Congress'. Discover the implications of their rivalry amid rising public sentiment.
Key Takeaways
Bhupesh Baghel highlights corruption under CM Sarma's leadership in Assam.
Upcoming elections are crucial for both Congress and the BJP.
Baghel claims a significant divide between the 'real' and 'fake' Congress.
The political atmosphere is charged with public sentiment against the ruling party.
CM Sarma's comments reflect a defensive stance towards Congress's influence.
Raipur, March 26 (NationPress) Bhupesh Baghel, the former Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh and a prominent figure in the Congress party, expressed his insights on the political landscape in Assam as the Assembly elections approach. In an interview with IANS on Thursday, he discussed the Congress's strategy, his interactions with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, and the prevailing sentiments among the electorate.
Voting for the 126-member Assam Assembly is set for April 9, with the results being counted on May 4, according to the Election Commission of India.
During a press briefing in Raipur, Baghel remarked, "Corruption has reached unprecedented levels in Assam under CM Sarma’s administration. His arrogance knows no bounds, and the public will challenge this arrogance on April 9," further adding, "There is significant turmoil within the BJP."
As the Congress's election observer for Assam, Baghel reinforced his earlier claims that the "genuine Congress" is represented by Gaurav Gogoi, the President of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC), in contrast to the "imitation Congress" led by Chief Minister Sarma.
He stated, "The BJP leaders are coming to terms with the fact that they are not the true contenders; the actual political contest in Assam is between the ‘real Congress’ and the ‘fake Congress’. The genuine Congress is headed by Gaurav Gogoi, while the ‘fake Congress’ is under the leadership of Himanta Biswa Sarma."
Baghel has previously noted that there is a growing sentiment in favor of Congress throughout Assam.
He also conveyed his dissatisfaction regarding a recent comment made by CM Sarma about the Congress.
"He seems to have lost touch with reality. I will conduct a press conference about this in Assam," Baghel asserted.
In a statement made to the press in Nagaon, CM Sarma commented, "The Congress might establish governments in Pakistan and Bangladesh, but it will never govern Assam."
The Assam Chief Minister allegedly asserted that Congress has no viable political future in India.
Additionally, Chief Minister Sarma accused Congress leaders of engaging in irresponsible politics, having transitioned from being a prominent Congress leader and Minister in various Congress administrations between 2001 and 2015 to joining the BJP in August 2015, eventually rising to the position of Chief Minister of Assam.
Point of View
The rivalry between Bhupesh Baghel and Himanta Biswa Sarma marks a significant moment in Assam's political landscape. The allegations of corruption and the portrayal of the Congress party's identity highlight the growing complexities as voters prepare for the upcoming elections.
NationPress
17 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Bhupesh Baghel say about CM Sarma?
Bhupesh Baghel accused CM Sarma of leading a corrupt administration and described the political contest in Assam as a battle between 'real Congress' and 'fake Congress'.
When are the Assam Assembly elections?
The elections for the 126-member Assam Assembly are scheduled for April 9, with the counting of votes on May 4, as announced by the Election Commission of India.
Who leads the 'real Congress' according to Baghel?
Bhupesh Baghel stated that the 'real Congress' is led by Gaurav Gogoi, President of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee.
What was CM Sarma's statement regarding the Congress party?
CM Sarma claimed that the Congress might form governments in Pakistan and Bangladesh but would never be able to rule Assam.
What sentiment is growing in Assam according to Baghel?
Baghel has noted a rising sentiment in favor of the Congress party across Assam.
