Assam Legislative Assembly Leader of the Opposition, Debabrata Saikia, mentioned ongoing discussions with the Akhil Gogoi-led regional party Raijor Dal. No final decision has been made regarding any alliance or seat-sharing arrangement. Saikia emphasized the importance of avoiding misinformation on the issue during a media interaction after attending a Congress Screening Committee meeting in the national capital.
The senior Congress leader highlighted that the party is currently involved in consultations at various levels to carefully assess all relevant factors, including the political landscape on the ground, before reaching a conclusive decision. The aim is to strengthen opposition unity and enhance electoral prospects in Assam.
Saikia also indicated that the Screening Committee meeting focused on organizational preparedness and internal discussions related to the party’s strategy for the upcoming electoral challenges in the state. The discussions are being conducted in a constructive and coordinated manner to ensure clarity, organizational coherence, and readiness for the elections.
Raijor Dal president and MLA Akhil Gogoi cautioned earlier in the day that excluding his party from any opposition alliance might weaken the collective effort against the BJP in Assam. Gogoi stressed the grassroots support of Raijor Dal in various constituencies and its role in mobilizing voters, especially among youth and marginalized communities.
He expressed concerns that the alliance could face significant challenges if Raijor Dal is not included, emphasizing that overlooking their contribution would benefit the BJP. Gogoi remains open to continued dialogue with the Congress but urged the party to clarify its stance promptly to avoid confusion among party members and supporters.
Prolonged uncertainty over alliance arrangements, as per Gogoi, could dampen the spirits of opposition workers and impact the election preparations negatively.
