Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma criticized Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi for his children holding British citizenship. Sarma highlighted the contrast with Sonia Gandhi, who did not push for Italian citizenship for her children despite her own Italian background. The Chief Minister emphasized that public figures’ personal choices, especially regarding citizenship, are subject to public scrutiny.
Sarma raised concerns over Gogoi’s decision to have his children become British citizens, stating that this reflects a broader mindset and should not be dismissed as a private matter. He stressed that as a Member of Parliament, Gogoi’s actions are open to public debate, particularly in a country like India where citizenship issues are significant, especially in the context of national security.
The Chief Minister pointed out alleged inconsistencies in statements regarding Gogoi’s children’s citizenship status. He mentioned these discrepancies surfaced during an investigation into purported foreign connections involving the Congress MP’s family. Sarma called for action against Gaurav Gogoi, urging Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to address the matter, alleging that Gogoi had renounced his children’s Indian citizenship.
Sarma also made serious accusations against Gaurav Gogoi, claiming that the Lok Sabha MP, who had visited Pakistan, remained digitally inactive for a period after the Pakistani interior ministry altered his visa permissions. The Chief Minister insinuated that Gogoi might have undergone “training” during his stay in Pakistan, suggesting a possible influence on his subsequent activities as a Member of Parliament.
