BJP Govt in Assam Concerned Only for Power, Money & Land: Gogoi
The BJP-led government in Assam has been accused of being more concerned with “power, money, land, and syndicates” than with the welfare of its citizens. This scathing criticism comes from none other than Assam Congress president-designate Gaurav Gogoi. In a recent statement, Gogoi took a jibe at the state government, saying that its primary focus is on personal gain rather than serving the people of Assam.
Gogoi’s remarks were sparked by the recent waterlogging in Guwahati, the capital city of Assam, after heavy rains. The city’s residents were left stranded, with many homes and businesses affected by the flooding. However, instead of taking responsibility for the disaster, Gogoi pointed fingers at the BJP ministers, saying that they are more concerned with the roads leading to their own homes than with building proper drainage systems.
According to Gogoi, the waterlogging in Guwahati is a direct result of the encroachment of wetlands by BJP ministers. He alleged that the ministers have been involved in illegal land grabbing and constructions, which has led to the clogging of drains and waterways. “BJP ministers care more about roads leading to their own houses than about building proper drainage systems,” Gogoi said.
Gogoi’s criticism is not without merit. The BJP government in Assam has been accused of numerous corruption scandals and land grab incidents in the past. In 2020, the Assam government was forced to order an inquiry into allegations of land grabbing by BJP leaders in the state.
The state government’s priorities have been called into question by many, including opposition parties and civil society organizations. The BJP government has been accused of focusing more on its ideological agenda than on addressing the pressing issues faced by the people of Assam, such as poverty, unemployment, and lack of infrastructure.
Gogoi’s statement has sparked a heated debate in the state, with many calling for accountability and transparency from the government. The opposition parties have demanded that the government take concrete steps to address the problems faced by the people of Assam, rather than just paying lip service to their concerns.
The BJP government’s response to the waterlogging in Guwahati has also been criticized. Instead of taking responsibility for the disaster, the government has blamed the residents of the city for not following proper drainage procedures. This has been seen as a classic case of passing the buck and avoiding accountability.
The BJP government’s priorities have been shaped by its ideological agenda, which is focused on promoting Hindutva and nationalism. While these goals may be attractive to some, they have come at the cost of neglecting the basic needs of the people of Assam.
In conclusion, Gogoi’s statement highlights the sorry state of affairs in Assam, where the government is more concerned with “power, money, land, and syndicates” than with the welfare of its citizens. The people of Assam deserve better, and it is time for the government to shift its focus from personal gain to serving the people.
