Assam: Gaurav Gogoi Assumes Leadership as APCC President

GUWAHATI–  Gaurav Gogoi, Lok Sabha MP from Jorhat and Deputy Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, officially took charge as the President of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) today.

The ceremonial handover took place at Rajiv Bhawan, the state Congress headquarters in Guwahati, where outgoing president Bhupen Kumar Borah passed the baton to Gogoi.

Prior to the ceremony, Gogoi visited the Kamakhya Temple to seek blessings, emphasizing his commitment to Assam’s cultural heritage. He also undertook a three-day procession from Sivasagar to Guwahati, engaging with party workers and supporters across various districts, including Titabor, Jorhat, Nagaon, Morigaon, and Jagiroad.

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In his address, Gogoi highlighted the Congress party’s enduring ideology of equality and inclusiveness, drawing inspiration from leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Hiteswar Saikia, and his father, Tarun Gogoi.

He emphasized the importance of grassroots involvement and collective leadership, stating that strategic decisions, including alliance formations for the 2026 elections, will be made in consultation with local workers and senior leaders.

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Gogoi’s appointment is seen as a strategic move by the Congress party to rejuvenate its leadership in Assam ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. The party aims to present a formidable challenge to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), with Gogoi poised to be the chief ministerial face for the Congress in the state.

However, his elevation comes amid political controversies. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has raised concerns over Gogoi’s past visit to Pakistan and his wife’s professional stint there, suggesting potential links to Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).

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Gogoi has vehemently denied these allegations, labeling them as politically motivated attempts to divert attention from corruption issues within the state government.

As Gogoi embarks on his new role, he faces the dual challenge of revitalizing the Congress party’s presence in Assam and addressing the political narratives set by the ruling party. His leadership will be pivotal in shaping the party’s strategy and outreach as it gears up for the upcoming elections.