BJP Govt in Assam Concerned Only for Power, Money & Land: Gogoi
The recent heavy rains in Guwahati, the largest city in Assam, have left the city waterlogged, with many areas still reeling from the devastating floods. While the BJP-led state government has been quick to promise relief and restoration efforts, the Assam Congress president-designate, Gaurav Gogoi, has accused the government of being more concerned with “power, money, land, and syndicates” than with the welfare of the people.
In a scathing attack on the BJP government, Gogoi alleged that the waterlogging in Guwahati was mainly due to the encroachment of wetlands by BJP ministers. He claimed that the government’s priorities were misplaced, with BJP ministers more concerned with building roads leading to their own houses than with building proper drainage systems.
Gogoi’s comments come at a time when the people of Assam are still reeling from the devastating floods that have left many without homes, livelihoods, and basic necessities. The floods have also raised serious concerns about the government’s preparedness to deal with natural disasters, particularly in the face of climate change.
The Assam Congress leader’s allegations against the BJP government are not new. For years, the opposition party has been accusing the government of being corrupt and misusing its power to enrich itself and its cronies. However, Gogoi’s comments are significant because they highlight the government’s apparent lack of concern for the welfare of the people.
Gogoi’s criticism of the government’s handling of the floods is also backed by several experts and residents who have been affected by the disaster. Many have pointed out that the government’s failure to build proper drainage systems and restore wetlands has exacerbated the problem of waterlogging. The government’s focus on building roads and other infrastructure projects has also been criticized, with many arguing that these projects are more about enriching contractors and politicians than about serving the people.
The BJP government in Assam has been in power since 2016, and during this time, it has been accused of numerous corruption scandals and human rights abuses. The government’s handling of the floods is just the latest example of its apparent lack of concern for the welfare of the people.
Gogoi’s comments have also highlighted the need for greater transparency and accountability in the government’s handling of natural disasters. The floods have exposed the government’s apparent lack of preparedness to deal with such disasters, and Gogoi’s criticism has raised serious questions about the government’s priorities.
In conclusion, Gogoi’s allegations against the BJP government in Assam are significant because they highlight the government’s apparent lack of concern for the welfare of the people. The government’s focus on “power, money, land, and syndicates” is a clear example of its prioritization of self-interest over the public interest. The people of Assam deserve better, and it is up to the opposition parties, civil society, and the media to hold the government accountable for its actions.
