The Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, emphasized that the Congress continues to hold political relevance in Assam, especially among minority groups. Despite electoral setbacks, the party strives to be seen as a guardian of minority interests, particularly among the Miyas and Muslim community.
Margherita criticized the Congress for historically engaging in divisive politics for securing votes rather than focusing on genuine development and social harmony. He accused the party of using minorities as a mere vote bank, neglecting their political and economic progress.
Highlighting the BJP government’s efforts in Assam, Margherita praised Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s administration for prioritizing development, ensuring equitable distribution of welfare schemes, and maintaining law and order. He expressed confidence that the people of Assam would reject what he termed as the Congress’s outdated politics in the upcoming elections.
