Uncertainty looms large over Assam’s opposition landscape as Raijor Dal and AJP advanced their coordination without Congress in a key Guwahati conclave. With assembly elections on the horizon, this exclusion signals brewing tensions that could derail anti-BJP efforts.
The gathering featured Raijor Dal MLA Akhil Gogoi, AJP head Lurinjyoti Gogoi, alongside CPI and CPI(M) leaders, deliberating seat formulas and tactical alignments. Timing couldn’t be worse for Congress, reeling from APCC president Bhupen Borah’s departure and facing accusations of ambiguity.
In a bold post-meeting address, Gogoi handed Congress a two-day deadline: ‘Define your role in the alliance or step aside. Raijor Dal is geared up for 46 independent contests.’ This assertiveness reflects a shift toward self-reliance among regional outfits.
Optimism lingers for mending fences, hinging on Congress’s alacrity. Political commentators link the snub to trust deficits amplified by Congress’s internal flux, warning of vote-splitting perils against a cohesive BJP.
As the ruling party accelerates preparations, opposition indecision on seats and command structure spells vulnerability. The next 48 hours could forge a formidable front or confirm a fragmented field, profoundly impacting Assam’s electoral narrative.