Assam Chief Minister Criticizes Rahul Gandhi for Threatening Democratic Institutions
Assams Chief Minister accuses Rahul Gandhi of pushing India toward chaos through protests against judicial decisions.
Guwahati, October 12 (Daily Kiran) : Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched a sharp critique of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday, condemning his party’s recent Supreme Court march. Sarma accused Gandhi of undermining democratic institutions and warned that protests against judicial rulings could lead the country toward “chaos.”
Responding to the Congress protest in New Delhi, Sarma claimed that Gandhi is setting a dangerous precedent by rallying people against institutions responsible for upholding the Constitution and administering justice.
“I have never seen anyone threaten the Supreme Court,” Sarma said, arguing that political differences should not weaken the authority of the judiciary. He cautioned that allowing such protests to become an accepted form of political dissent could encourage dissatisfied parties to resort to similar tactics in the future.
Sarma emphasized that if individuals start gathering supporters outside the Supreme Court or higher courts after losing cases, it could pose serious challenges to the nation’s judicial system. He remarked that Gandhi is bringing the country’s democratic institutions to the brink of chaos.
The Chief Minister stressed the importance of respecting judicial proceedings, regardless of whether the decisions align with one’s interests. He drew parallels between protests against judicial institutions and political reactions to electoral defeats, alleging that Congress leadership fosters a culture where adverse outcomes are often blamed on institutional failures.
Instead of accepting defeat and seeking public support in upcoming elections, Sarma urged political leaders to analyze their shortcomings and present a robust agenda to voters. The Congress party has consistently challenged certain aspects of the Election Commission‘s operations and expressed concerns about the electoral process. The Supreme Court march on Monday was part of a broader political campaign against perceived institutional failures.
