Congress Claims Police Roughed Up Former Assam CM at Guwahati Rally

The Indian National Congress on Thursday accused Assam police of manhandling a former chief minister during a protest rally in Guwahati, escalating tensions between the party and the state administration. The incident occurred as the Congress staged a demonstration to express solidarity with opposition members of Parliament who encountered police action during a separate agitation in Delhi on Wednesday.

According to party statements, the former chief minister was subjected to rough treatment while participating in the Guwahati protest, which the Congress organized as part of broader opposition efforts against government policies. The party condemned what it characterized as an abuse of police authority and called for an inquiry into the conduct of law enforcement officers.

The Congress alleged that the police action reflected a pattern of intimidation aimed at suppressing legitimate dissent and opposition political activity. The party reiterated its commitment to peaceful protest and called for greater accountability in police conduct across states.

The incident adds to ongoing tensions between opposition parties and authorities in several Indian states, with Congress consistently raising concerns about restrictions on democratic participation and the treatment of opposition leaders during public demonstrations.