GUWAHATI: Ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, opposition parties have launched a scathing attack on Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and his government, unveiling a comprehensive 40-page ‘charge-sheet’ outlining various issues pertaining to Sarma’s administration.
The ‘charge-sheet’ includes a multitude of allegations ranging from corruption to failure to address critical issues such as the human-elephant conflict, rising prices, syndicates, scams, illegal immigration, rampant toll taxes, and more.
These accusations collectively paint a picture of alleged “governance failure and ineffective policy implementation” by the present BJP government.
Key accusations levelled against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma by the opposition include:
- “Land scam” involving the Assam chief minister’s family.
- Allegations of a Rs 10 crore central subsidy received by the Chief Minister’s wife.
- Acquisition of land by companies owned by the Chief Minister’s wife.
- Land grabbing from tribal and indigenous communities.
- Failure to address the human-elephant conflict.
- Various scams and syndicates, including those related to toll gates, cattle smuggling and coal mining.
- Environmental concerns such as the drying up of the Subansiri river.
- Allegations of favoritism, nepotism, and control of media houses.
- Failure to implement key initiatives and promises, including Assam Accord and infrastructure projects.
- Economic burden on citizens, including rising prices and electricity bills.
- Alleged misuse of public funds for personal benefits, including helicopter rides and luxury resorts.
- Manipulation of electoral processes through practices like vote-buying and favouritism towards certain contractors.
While many of these allegations remain unverified or disputed, the opposition claims that the Assam chief minister and his administration have prioritized personal interests over the welfare of Assam’s citizens.
They allege widespread corruption, land grabbing, and unethical practices within the government and its associated businesses.
Moreover, the opposition expresses concerns about the erosion of democratic values and human rights under the current administration, accusing the government of disregarding the needs and rights of the common people.
They assert that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma have failed to uphold the principles of democracy and have depleted essential resources vital for livelihoods.
Overall, the charge-sheet represents a comprehensive critique of the Assam government, highlighting alleged instances of corruption, mismanagement, and neglect of crucial issues affecting the state and its people.