The internal crisis within the Assam Congress escalated as two party MLAs sought disciplinary action against Assam Youth Congress President Zubair Anam Mazumder. The letter, signed by Laharighat MLA Asif Md. Nazar and Gauhati West MLA Abdus Sobahan Ali Sarkar, highlighted Mazumder’s alleged misconduct during a party meeting chaired by APCC President Gaurav Gogoi. The incident occurred when Mazumder arrived late and reportedly disrupted the meeting, leading to calls for disciplinary measures.
The legislators accused Mazumder of speaking dismissively and disrupting the meeting, tarnishing the party’s image post the state Assembly elections. The confrontation between Gogoi and Mazumder has unveiled deepening factionalism within the Assam Congress. The rift between the two leaders reportedly stems from differences over organisational appointments and decision-making processes.
The ongoing conflict intensified after Gogoi reprimanded Mazumder for his tardiness, sparking a debate on alleged double standards within the party. Mazumder’s independent actions, such as forming election-related committees, were seen as undermining the state leadership’s authority. Despite his electoral success, Mazumder was allegedly sidelined from crucial organisational roles following the state Assembly bypolls.
The Congress high command has intervened by forming a one-member committee to investigate the altercation and suggest ways to restore organisational discipline in the Assam unit. The clash between Gogoi and Mazumder underscores the growing tensions within the Assam Congress, with implications for the party’s internal dynamics and future direction.
