Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma addresses a press conference targeting Congress leadership amid ongoing political exchanges, in Guwahati, Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026. (PTI Photo)(PTI02_08_2026_000173B)
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SC to Hear New Plea Against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma for Alleged Hate Speeches

  • Supreme Court agrees to consider listing a new plea against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma.
  • The plea alleges a series of hate speeches targeting Muslims in Assam.
  • This follows a separate plea by CPI(M) and CPI leader Annie Raja regarding a viral video.
  • The new petition was filed by Hiren Gohain, Harekrishna Deka, Paresh Chandra Malakar, and Santanu Borthakur.
  • Allegations include inciting discrimination, boycott, and violence against Bengali-origin Muslims, using terms like "Miya" and "Bangladeshi".

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