Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma responded strongly to Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi, asserting that he does not require lessons on democracy or decency. Sarma criticized Singhvi for comments made on a social media platform, emphasizing that the issue was about the alleged character assassination of a private individual rather than political debate.
Sarma expressed confidence in the judiciary addressing the matter of using forged documents to malign a woman’s character for electoral gains. He accused Singhvi of avoiding direct debates and engaging in unfair exchanges through public comments. The Chief Minister concluded by stating that the issue was just the beginning, not the end, indicating further developments.
Singhvi had criticized Sarma’s handling of the controversy involving Pawan Khera, citing Supreme Court observations. He highlighted the importance of upholding democratic standards, protecting dissent, and ensuring free speech. The ongoing verbal sparring has escalated political tensions between the Bharatiya Janata Party and Congress in Assam, with accusations being exchanged on the sensitive issue.
